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Insight Report | March 13, 2026 Premium

Impact of Saks Store Closures on Competitors: Strategic Opportunities and Proximity Analysis

We explore which major retail competitors stand to gain the most from Saks Global’s 2026 store closures, including Macy’s, Nordstrom and off-price retailers like Marshalls and Ross Dress for Less. This report analyzes how these competitors are positioned to capture market share in key regions impacted by Saks’ exit.

Insight Report | March 11, 2026 Premium

Earnings Insights 4Q25, Week 6: Adidas and Costco Lead Growth; Bath & Body Works, Best Buy and Target See Sales Declines

Earnings Insights 4Q25 Week 6 covers results from Adidas, Costco, Target, JD.com and others, with key trends shaping retail growth.

Insight Report | March 11, 2026 Premium

US CPG Sales Tracker: Weather-Driven Surge Fades, In-Store Sales Decline

Gain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on the resilience of the beauty sector and the challenges facing health and food categories.

Insight Report | March 10, 2026 Premium

CEO Brief: Iran Energy Shock—US Consumer Economy and Retail Impacts

We provide our first assessment of the implications of the Middle East energy shock for US retail, arising from the conflict in Iran, which began on February 28, 2026.

Deep Dive | March 10, 2026 Databank Members

Lower-Income Consumers’ Financial Sentiment Hits Record Low Amid Iran Conflict: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment.

Deep Dive | March 5, 2026 Premium

The US Online Grocery Surge: What’s Driving It, Who’s Shopping and Why the Momentum Is Here To Stay

Online grocery growth is accelerating as delivery speed, AI personalization and subscriptions boost frequency, basket size and fresh adoption.

Deep Dive | March 3, 2026 Databank Members

Financial Sentiment Falls Despite Supreme Court Move to Strike Down Tariffs: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment.

Insight Report | February 26, 2026

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The New Coresight 100: Setting the Direction for Global Retail in 2026

The Coresight 100 highlights 100 of the most impactful and influential retailers and brand owners shaping the global retail landscape. This report outlines our selection methodology, examines what is new in the 2026 Coresight 100 and provides a detailed breakdown of the list by sector and geography.

Insight Report | February 25, 2026 Premium

CEO Brief: Early Holiday 2026 US Retail Expectations

We provide our initial expectations for how holiday 2026 could shape up for US retail, to assist retailers with their planning for the end-of-year peak. We detail our projections and consumers’ expectations as of February 2026.

Deep Dive | February 24, 2026 Databank Members

Financial Optimism Hits Six-Month High; Consumers Adapt to Tariffs and Inflation: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment, consumers’ perceptions of the impacts of tariffs and consumers’ inflation awareness and responses to inflation.

Insight Report | February 23, 2026 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Advanced AI Solutions

Retail-Tech Landscape: Advanced AI Solutions reviews key AI solution providers in retail and the trends influencing their adoption.

Insight Report | February 20, 2026 Premium

Return to Uncertainty for Retail: Supreme Court Strikes Down US Tariffs

We provide our initial thoughts on the implications for retail of the Supreme Court’s February 20, 2026 decision on tariffs.

Insight Report | February 19, 2026 Premium

February 2026 US Retail Sales Outlook: Positive Indicators Signal Robust Growth Ahead

The US Retail Sales Outlook series from Coresight Research includes proprietary, ML-driven retail sales projections and analysis of the macroeconomic context for retailing.

Deep Dive | February 18, 2026 Databank Members

Financial Optimism Remains Firm Since the Start of the Year: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment.

Insight Report | February 18, 2026 Premium

Retail Crime and Shrink: Lawmakers Step Up Enforcement; Retailers Double Down on Technology Deployments

Explore how retail crime and shrink impact businesses, with insights on new enforcement laws, technology deployments and loss-prevention strategies.