Insight Report | October 18, 2021 Premium September 2021 US Retail Sales: Two-Year Sales Growth Accelerates, Driven by Nonstore RetailersTotal US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by a strong 25.8% when compared to 2019 values. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in September 2021. Read More
Insight Report | October 13, 2021 Premium September 2021 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: Rising Inflation Saps Consumer ConfidenceIn our monthly Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales series, we examine several key macroeconomic indicators of US retail sales and analyze how they may impact the industry in the months to come. We analyze the latest available data, as of the end of September 2021, covering income, savings, the job market and housing. Read More
Deep Dive | October 11, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: In-Store Uptick for Apparel and BeautyRising in-store purchases offer new hope for brick-and-mortar retailers ahead of Holiday 2021. Our latest US Consumer Tracker analyzes shoppers’ in-store spending and provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Event Presentation | October 11, 2021 Premium 10 Trends in US RetailDeborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research discusses 10 Trends in US Retail for Consumers and Channels. Read More
Insight Report | October 6, 2021 Premium 2Q21 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Inventory Turnover Rates Increase Year over Year and on a Two-Year BasisOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Tracker analyzes inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 2Q21 and assess how and why levels are changing. This quarter, many retailers posted improved inventory turnover levels year over year and on a two-year basis. Read More
Deep Dive | October 5, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Avoidance of Public Places Stabilizes as Socializing and Dining Hold UpWith colder weather approaching and the likelihood of seasonal Covid-19 cases uncertain, consumers’ avoidance rate of public spaces, particularly restaurants and international travel, remains volatile. Our latest survey provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail. Read More
Deep Dive | September 28, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: How Consumers Intend To Celebrate and Spend for HalloweenAs Covid-19 cases continue to rise, US consumers are still planning to spend and celebrate for Halloween 2021. Our latest US Consumer Tracker analyzes shoppers’ plans for Halloween 2021 and provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Insight Report | September 23, 2021 Premium August 2021 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in August 2021, we saw strong retail sales growth in the US but deceleration in China and the UK. We assess these trends and consider wage growth and food and fuel prices in these three markets. Read More
Deep Dive | September 21, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Holiday Expectations Continue To Shift, Impacting Spend and ChannelsAs consumers re-evaluate their holiday spending expectations, brick-and-mortar retailers may lose out to online competitors—particularly among certain demographics, according to Coresight Research survey findings. Our latest US Consumer Tracker analyzes shoppers’ evolving plans for the 2021 holiday season and provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Insight Report | September 20, 2021 Premium August 2021 China Retail Sales: Growth Slows to Lowest Level Seen for a YearWe review the latest data for retail sales in China, in total and by sector. In August 2021, sales growth slowed year over year to the lowest level seen since August 2020. Read More
Insight Report | September 17, 2021 Premium August 2021 US Retail Sales: Total Sales Up Almost 20% on a Two-Year BasisTotal US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by a strong 19.7% when compared to 2019 values, slightly decelerating from July’s 21% growth. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in August 2021. Read More
