Insight ReportDecember 2019 US Holiday Retail Sales and Comparable Sales Review: Solid Total Growth Not Enough To Support Challenged Sectors Coresight Research January 17, 2020 Reasons to ReadRetail sales data reported by the US Census Bureau indicates total consumer demand was solid over the holiday season, although sales updates from major US retailers have so far been mixed and reflect structural shifts in where consumers spend. Overall retail sales climbed strongly in December Nonstore retailers performed particularly well, while electronics retailers continued to see sector sales decline 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: Analyst Corner: US Shoppers Are Worried About Higher Prices from Tariffs—Consumer Survey Insights with John MercerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 18: WHSmith To Open Additional Travel StoresShoptalk Fall 2025 Day One: Building Resilience Through Agility, AI and Authentic Connections to Thrive in Volatile TimesShoptalk Spring 2026 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: Preview—10 Innovators Driving Customer Experience and Operational Efficiencies