Deep DiveUS Back to School 2019: Retail Outlook Coresight Research July 29, 2019 Executive SummaryIn our first report in our US Back-to-School series for 2019, we provide an outlook for US retail this back-to-school season. We expect to see 2.0-2.5% year-over-year growth in nonfood retailer sales from July to September (the back-to-school shopping period) this year, a significant slowdown from last year’s 4.4%. Consumers are interested in good deals, making discount stores the second most popular destination for back-to-school shopping, behind department stores. Apparel is the biggest category for back-to-school shoppers, and electronics is the biggest for back-to-college. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 1: Retailers Announce More Than 1,000 Store Openings for 2026Holiday Bites: Resale Shopping and Secondhand Selling—Data GraphicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 12: Openings Up 50+% Year Over YearSix Months to Singles’ Day 2026: How Will Extended, Segmented and Convenience-Driven Consumption Reshape the Festival?
