Deep Dive 7 minutes PremiumUS 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. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Groceryshop 2023 Wrap-Up: Exploring the Top Five Themes Driving Grocery Retail InnovationMass Merchandisers Gain from Cyber Monday: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 50Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 11: The Body Shop Closes All US Stores; Dollar Tree, Inc. To Shutter 1,000 LocationsWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 2: Bodycare To Open 20 UK Stores