Insight Reportalgolia test post Coresight Research March 12, 2026 Reasons to ReadTable : We are excited to present the latest edition of the Coresight 100, a curated list highlighting 100 of the most impactful and influential retailers and brand owners shaping the global retail landscape. The Coresight 100 serves as a cornerstone of our annual research strategy, identifying key sectors and companies that align with our analytical expertise and research priorities. This report outlines our selection methodology, highlights what is new in the 2026 Coresight 100, and provides a detailed breakdown of the list by sector and geography. Other relevant research: The Coresight 100 list 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:Tariffs and Earnings: What Companies Have Reported—Data GraphicDisrupting Retail: Lessons from SHEIN and TEMU on Redefining Consumer Engagement and Supply Chain InnovationWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 33: FatFace To Close All Stores; 7-Eleven Announces Major Store ExpansionTariff Pessimism Cools; Inflationary Trade-Down Persists: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra
Infographic2026 Sector Outlook: US Drugstore Retailing—Strong Volume Growth Amid Margin Pressure Aditya Kaushik, Analyst December 16, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur 2026 Sector Outlook data graphics provide forward-looking data, insights and conclusions for US retail sectors. Across the series of 10 snapshots, we cover US retail (overall); apparel and footwear; beauty; consumer packaged goods (CPG); department stores; drugstores; grocery; home and home improvement; luxury; and mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs and discount stores. Discover the forces reshaping US drugstore retail in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is the US drugstore and pharmacies market projected to grow in 2026, and what macro factors could influence consumer spending? What are the key sector drivers and challenges? Which trends are set to shape consumer behavior and retail strategies? What surprising factors are influencing shoppers? Companies mentioned in this report include: Walmart, CVS Health, Walgreens, Amazon, Kroger, Albertsons Companies Data in this report include: US drugstore and pharmacies market size and growth forecasts; category growth performance; consumer behavior trends; and shopper sentiment convenience. 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:US Department Stores—Real Estate Insights: The Strategic Real Estate Reset from Flagships to FootprintThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 33: US Consumers’ Tariff PerceptionsRetail Shrink and ORC: Cargo Theft Hits Record Levels in the US, Retail Crime Costs Soar in the UKWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 41: Rite Aid Shuts Up Shop; Amazon Fresh Closes Stores
Infographic2026 Sector Outlook: US Beauty Retailing—Fragrance, GLP-1 and Science-Led Innovation To Drive Expansion Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research December 16, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur 2026 Sector Outlook data graphics provide forward-looking data, insights and conclusions for US retail sectors. Across the series of 10 snapshots, we cover US retail (overall); apparel and footwear; beauty; consumer packaged goods (CPG); department stores; drugstores; grocery; home and home improvement; luxury; and mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs and discount stores. Discover how science, AI and wellness are reshaping the future of US beauty retail in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are AI technologies transforming both beauty product development and retail experiences across major players? Why are science-backed ingredients and clinically validated formulations becoming central to innovation strategies? In what ways is the aging US population driving long-term demand in skincare and related categories? What’s behind the continued rise of fragrance, and how are retailers using it to capture Gen-Z and premium demand? Companies mentioned in this report include: Ulta Beauty, L’Oréal, Estée Lauder, e.l.f. Beauty, Coty, Bath & Body Works, Beiersdorf. Data in this report include: growth forecasts for the US beauty sector; AI implementation in retail and product innovation; category growth trends in skincare, fragrance and wellness; consumer behavior across social commerce and omnichannel fulfillment. 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 2025, Week 13: Dollar Tree and Five Below Drive Store OpeningsGlobal Luxury—Real Estate Insights: Brands Move from Tenants to Landlords, with Innovative, Experience-Rich FlagshipsAnalyst Corner: All Things Tech at Shoptalk Spring 2025 with John HarmonEconomic Sentiment Turns Negative This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 37, 2025—Infographic
Event CoverageAWS Re:Invent 2025: Five Insights from a Flood of Agentic AI Announcements by Amazon John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research December 16, 2025 Reasons to ReadRead this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does AWS claim to instantly modernize legacy software across any language, codebase, or framework? What are Frontier Agents, and why do they represent a leap forward in autonomous, scalable AI? How do updates to Amazon and SageMaker platforms accelerate model customization and agent development? What new AgentCore functions support quality control, memory retention, and regulatory compliance in AI agents? In what ways is Amazon deploying agentic AI to transform business functions like product development, marketing, and supply chain? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon and AWS Data in this report include: transformation capabilities of legacy software; performance attributes of Frontier agents; platform enhancements for model fine-tuning and agent development; monitoring and memory functions of AgentCore; applications of agentic AI across business operations. Other relevant research: The Agentic AI Playbook: How to Redefine Retail with Intelligent Autonomy 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:Tariffs + Consumer Sentiment: A Timeline, 2025—Data GraphicAugust 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: July Strength and Improved Outlook Score Raise Retail Projection Above 4%Economic Confidence Climbs; Financial Optimism Turns Positive: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 23, 2025—InfographicAnalyst Corner: Three Technologies Driving the Future of US Retail, with Anand Kumar
Infographic2026 Sector Outlook: US Grocery Retailing—Volume Growth To Remain Constrained amid Cautious Consumer Spending Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research December 15, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur 2026 Sector Outlook data graphics provide forward-looking data, insights and conclusions for US retail sectors. Across the series of 10 snapshots, we cover US retail (overall); apparel and footwear; beauty; consumer packaged goods (CPG); department stores; drugstores; grocery; home and home improvement; luxury; and mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs and discount stores. Discover how value, health, and AI are reshaping the US grocery sector in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are alternative grocery channels, like mass merchandisers and discount stores, impacting traditional grocers’ market share? Why is private-label growth becoming a key driver of retailer success, enhancing margins and consumer loyalty? How will AI, data and automation improve pricing, supply chain efficiency and labor scheduling for grocery retailers? What’s the influence of health-driven consumer trends, such as the rise of GLP-1 medications, on grocery product demand? How will ongoing tariff challenges affect grocery pricing and sourcing in 2026? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Walmart, Aldi and Fresh Thyme. Data in this report include: US grocery retail market size and growth forecasts, consumer behavior shifts due to inflation. 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:NextGen 2025: Retail, Real Estate & the New Consumer—AgendaInnovator Profile: Sotira—Monetizing Surplus Inventory with Automated Compliance, Logistics and Resale ChannelsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 27: Beauty Brand Miss A Announces Store ExpansionFebruary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Growth Set for a Slowdown in February and March
Infographic2026 Sector Outlook: US Retail—Steady Retail Expansion in a More Stable Economic Environment Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research December 15, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur 2026 Sector Outlook data graphics provide forward-looking data, insights and conclusions for US retail sectors. Across the series of 10 snapshots, we cover US retail (overall); apparel and footwear; beauty; consumer packaged goods (CPG); department stores; drugstores; grocery; home and home improvement; luxury; and mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs and discount stores. Discover how economic stability, evolving consumer behaviors, and technological innovations are reshaping the US retail and e-commerce sector in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other key questions: How are shifts in consumer sentiment and economic conditions, such as a steady GDP growth, impacting retail consumption? What role will e-commerce continue to play in the retail landscape, and how will online retail grow in share of total retail sales? Why is AI-driven automation, data analytics and retail media becoming crucial to sustaining profitability in a competitive retail market? How is the rise of GLP-1 medications influencing consumer behaviors in key sectors like food and apparel? How will the changes in interest rates, housing markets and inflation affect discretionary spending in 2026? Companies mentioned in this report include: Ahold Delhaize, Aldi, Danone, Dollar General, TJX Companies and Walmart Data in this report include: US retail and e-commerce market growth forecasts, consumer behavior trends and sector performance projections. 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:Keeping Green While Saving Green: Five Areas for Technology-Driven Sustainability in 2025June 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Solid Growth as Consumer Sentiment Continues to RecoverTariffs + Consumer Sentiment: A Timeline, 2025—Data GraphicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 27: Store Closures Up 8% Year Over Year
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: How Fast Will Agentic Commerce Scale? Three Gauges to Watch, with Charlie Poon Charlie Poon, Analyst Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research December 14, 2025 Reasons to ReadWelcome to Analyst Corner! Every Sunday, a member of the Coresight Research team shares insights on recent or upcoming research and their perspectives on the most compelling trends shaping retail. This week, Charlie Poon, Analyst at Coresight Research, explores the true pace of agentic commerce—AI-driven shopping powered by intelligent agents—and presents three key consumer gauges that will determine how quickly this transformation takes hold. We also spotlight our latest research from the past week. For a deeper dive, premium subscribers should read our full report series on agentic commerce, including guidance for how retailers can make their products visible and shoppable in AI-driven ecosystems. Other relevant research: Agentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Make Their Products Discoverable and Shoppable for 800 Million ChatGPT Users Agentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Employ OpenAI’s Agentic Commerce Protocol To Unleash a True AI Shopping Agent Agentic Commerce: How Should Retailers Leverage GEO to Maximize AI-Engine Visibility? Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Mixed Sentiment Trends Ahead of August 1 Tariffs; Plus, Luxury Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsRetail Technology Show 2025: Hearing About Sustainability, Smart Fashion, QR Codes, Unified Commerce and MoreStore Tracker Extra: UK Store Openings and Closures—2024 Review and 2025 OutlookAldi vs. Lidl US Store Openings: Mapping Retail Real Estate Changes with the Store Intelligence Platform
InfographicSector Focus: Off-Price Shopping—Data Graphic Aditya Kaushik, Analyst December 12, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the US off-price sector in this graphic. Head to our US Consumer Survey Insights Databank for the full selection of data from our quarterly sector surveys. Find our full selection of US Consumer Survey Insights reports and data graphics here. 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: Five CPG Sector Insights from This Quarter’s Earnings, with Madhav PitaliyaUS Consumers’ Perceptions of Tariffs: Data GraphicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 40: Toys“R”Us Continues To ExpandApril 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Lowering Near-Term Growth Projections Amid Volatility and Uncertainty
Insight ReportUS CPG Sales Tracker: Health and Beauty Lead Growth Amid E-Commerce Slowdown Prerana P Kotian, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research December 12, 2025 Reasons to ReadExplore the latest trends in the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) market, based on real-world sales data. In the latest four-week period, the beauty category continued to grow rapidly, continuing a trend seen through 2025. Read this report to report to discover answers to these and other questions: How CPG e-commerce growth has moderated and how it compares to the prior quarter’s performance. How growth rates are shaping up in CPG sectors—food & beverages, health & beauty, and general merchandise & homecare—in the holiday quarter. Why the beauty category is maintaining its leadership in growth, with both online and total sales posting strong numbers. Data in this report include: e-commerce vs. in-store sales growth by department; category-level performance within food, beauty, and general merchandise. Other relevant research: More reports in our US CPG Sales Tracker series The Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub 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:Consumer Sentiment Peaks Ahead of Singles’ Day—Then Stabilizes: China Consumer Survey InsightsTariffs and Earnings: What Companies Have Reported—Data GraphicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 25: Furniture Frenzy—At Home’s Bankruptcy, Ashley’s Store Renewal and Openings from IKEA, Wayfair and MoreTaking the Temperature on Tariffs Ahead of August 1: How Are Different Consumer Groups Reacting? US Consumer Survey Insights Extra
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 50: Watches of Switzerland Closes 10 Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research December 12, 2025 Reasons to ReadKeep updated on the latest trends in the UK retail sector, where the number of new store openings is still outpacing closures in 2025. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: Which retailers have been responsible for the rise in openings and closures this week, and what factors are influencing these decisions? How do the store openings and closures in 2025 compare to 2024, and what are the key trends driving the year‑on‑year changes? Companies mentioned in this report include: Holland & Barrett, Home Bargains, Miniso and Watches of Switzerland Data in this report include: weekly totals of UK store closures and openings for 2025 and 2024; retailer-level breakdowns of announced versus confirmed closures/openings. Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports, including our US-focused series The US and UK Store Tracker Databank is the definitive resource for information on store openings and closures by sector in the US and UK retail industries. The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates, retail and tech layoffs and capital raised by major retail companies. The Retail Bankruptcies Databank details bankruptcies of US and UK retail companies, restaurants and gyms since March 2020. 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:Inside India’s Flourishing Men’s Skincare Market—Masstige Growth, Celebrity Influence and Tech InnovationEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 5: Most Companies Report Strong Growth Results This Week—InfographicFinancial Confidence Stabilizes: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 42, 2025—Data GraphicHigh-Income Consumers’ Economic Optimism at Five-Month Low; Holiday Shopping Accelerates: US Consumer Survey Insights
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 50: Dollar General To Open More Than 450 Stores in 2026 Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research December 12, 2025 Reasons to ReadFind out which retailers are driving the increase in US store closures in 2025 and which ones are still growing their presence. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: Which retailers have been at the forefront of the most recent store closures and openings across the US? How do the trends in store closures and openings in 2025 compare to those in 2024, and what insights can be drawn from these patterns? Companies mentioned in this report include: American Eagle Outfitters, Best Buy, Cole Haan, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Tilly’s and Watches of Switzerland Data in this report include: weekly totals of US store closures and openings for 2025 and 2024; retailer-level breakdowns of announced versus confirmed closures/openings; total store counts by retailer; total US retail bankruptcies year to date. Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports, including our UK-focused series The US and UK Store Tracker Databank is the definitive resource for information on store openings and closures by sector in the US and UK retail industries. The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates, retail and tech layoffs and capital raised by major retail companies. The Retail Bankruptcies Databank details bankruptcies of US and UK retail companies, restaurants and gyms since March 2020. 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 UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 39: Amazon and Bodycare To Close All StoresRolling Metric Stabilizes: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 38, 2025—InfographicStore Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook—InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 7: Consumer Sentiment Focus
InfographicEconomic Sentiment Improves: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 50, 2025—Data Graphic Coresight Research December 11, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe Weekly US Consumer Sentiment Infographic series from Coresight Research provides a one-page data graphic on US consumers’ sentiment toward personal financial prospects and economic prospects. Data in this infographic are: US consumers’ expectations for the economy overall and for their own personal financial situation over the next 12 months—the latest six months of weekly trend data Selected callouts on key changes and data points Other relevant research: The full US Consumer Survey Insights reports from which these graphics feature highlights The accompanying US Consumer Survey Databank All Weekly US Consumer Sentiment infographics (The series launched in early March 2025.) 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:Innovator Profile: Big Sur AI—Boosting Brands’ Profitability with Commerce-First AI AgentsJuly 2025 US Retail Sales: Growth Accelerates to Second-Highest Rate YTD, Supported by Prime DayAnalyst Corner: Is Shein’s Fashion Model a Template for Environmental Sustainability? with John MercerConsumer Sentiment Declines as Tariffs Loom: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 28, 2025—Infographic
Deep DiveConsumer Sentiment Peaks Ahead of Singles’ Day—Then Stabilizes: China Consumer Survey Insights Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst December 11, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research monthly China Consumer Survey Insights series takes a regular temperature check on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment, based on exclusive proprietary survey data. In this research report, we present findings from our latest weekly surveys, with the most recent undertaken on November 24, 2025. We spotlight developments in consumer sentiment on the economic and financial outlooks. Read this report to discover answers to these key questions: How has consumer sentiment in China evolved in November, and what do recent peaks in optimism indicate about consumer expectations for the upcoming retail season? What role did Singles’ Day play in shaping short-term optimism, and how do the post-event dips reflect evolving consumer confidence? What are the key consumer behaviors and purchase trends observed in the weeks leading up to and after Singles’ Day? Data in this research report includes: Consumers’ expectations for economic conditions and personal finances over the next 12 months, showing how optimism has evolved. Changes in personal financial situations compared to 12 months ago, shedding light on shifts in consumer wealth perceptions. Consumer activities over the past two weeks, highlighting engagement levels and emerging trends. Purchasing behaviors, with insights into what consumers are buying in-store and online during the survey period. Other relevant research: Read the full series of China Consumer Survey Insights The Coresight Research China Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the trajectory of retail in China. Interested in more consumer survey analysis? Check out our US Consumer Survey Insights series. 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 UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 43: Gap Returns To Physical StoresTariffs + Consumer Sentiment: A Timeline, 2025—Data GraphicRetail-Tech Landscape: Retail MediaThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 31: US Consumer Sentiment, AI Investments and Canada Stores
Insight ReportEarnings Insights 3Q25: Strong Growth at Ulta, Improvement at Macy’s and Solid Demand at Dollar Stores Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research December 11, 2025 Reasons to ReadDiscover which retailers are outperforming-and underdelivering-as value, digital, and specialty strategies reshape earnings momentum. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: Which retailers led 3Q25 growth, and how did Alibaba and specialty apparel outperform amid macro uncertainty? What drove Best Buy’s return to growth, and how is electronics demand shifting in response to consumer sentiment and tech cycles? Why did Kohl’s and Petco underperform, and what do their revised outlooks reveal about consumer spending pressure? How is Alibaba leaning into AI and cloud despite short-term profitability volatility, and what signals is it sending about future e-commerce strategy? What are the common strategies among winning specialty apparel brands like Abercrombie, Burlington, DICK’S, and Urban Outfitters? Companies mentioned in this report include: Abercrombie & Fitch, Alibaba, Best Buy, Bosideng, Burlington Stores, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, Petco, Urban Outfitters, and many others across apparel, electronics, e-commerce, and general merchandise sectors. Data in this report include: US retail sales growth and inferred real growth; company-level revenue, comps, and EPS vs. consensus; category performance by region and channel; digital traffic and store expansion data. 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:The State of AI: What’s Possible, What’s Theoretical and What It All Means for RetailRetailTech: AI in Digital Commerce—GenAI Supercharges Retail to Provide a Seamless Shopping JourneyWhat Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Insights Presented at RLC Global Forum 2025Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 13: Kingfisher Announces Store Expansion Plans; Whole Foods Opens New London Store
