Insight Report | August 10, 2023 Premium Generative AI for US Retail Pharmacies and Healthcare: Satisfying Customers through Automation and Personalization How can generative AI (artificial intelligence) drive benefits in pharmacy retail and healthcare? We explore how generative AI technology can address industry challenges and offer advantages in the areas of supply chain, customer service and more. Read More
Deep Dive | August 10, 2023 Premium 3Q23 US Livestreaming Tracker: Target Provides Competition for Walmart, Opportunities for Home and BeautyTarget poses a threat to Walmart in the livestreaming space. Continuing our quarterly US Livestreaming Tracker series, we analyze our latest US consumer survey findings to explore the role of livestreaming in the shopping journey—covering popular platforms, product categories and more. Read More
Insight Report | August 9, 2023 Premium US Retail and Consumer Outlook, August 2023We present our outlook for US retail and the consumer economy. We consider why the consumer economy resembles a game of chutes and ladders, whether real declines in retail sales will continue and whether US retail is overinflated. Read More
Deep Dive | August 8, 2023 Premium Consumers Maintain Consistent Summer Spending Patterns: US Consumer Tracker 2023, Week 32We assess how US consumers are shopping over the summer months. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | August 8, 2023 Premium Innovator Matrix: Workforce ManagementAs part of our Innovator Matrix series, which identifies the next generation of retail innovators across key technology segments, we analyze, evaluate and score the top 10 companies in the US workforce management space. Areas of innovation include communication and deskless workforce management, payroll and task management and scheduling tracking. Read More
Insight Report | August 8, 2023 Premium Earnings Insights 2Q23, Week 2: Columbia Sportswear, Clorox, Floor & Decor and Sprouts Farmers Market Post Solid Results; Amazon Sees Online Sales ImproveOur weekly Earnings Insights reports present insights on the performance of major retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, featuring management commentary on second-quarter 2023 earnings. This week, we offer highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 6, 2023, which include Columbia Sportswear, Clorox and Floor & Decor. Read More
Deep Dive | August 7, 2023 Premium Retail-Related Activities Stutter: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumers are engaging with retail in China after the summer shopping festivals. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Analyst Corner | August 6, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Understanding the Scale and Demographics of Cross-Channel ShoppingThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” looks at new Coresight Research data on who shops across channels and which types of consumers stick to single-channel shopping. Read More
Store Tracker | August 4, 2023 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 31: Primark Plans US ExpansionOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Primark (Associated British Foods) and Greggs, among others. Read More
Deep Dive | August 3, 2023 Premium July 2023 US Housing Market Indicators: Third Consecutive Month of Strong Sales Growth for New HomesWe present insights into the US housing market as of the end of July 2023, covering home sales and prices, housing permits, starts and completions, and more. The latest available data show a continued rise in new home sales on a year-over-year basis. Read More
Market Outlook | August 2, 2023 Premium Market Outlook: UK Grocery—Inflation Drives Value Growth Amidst Volume DeclineIn this Market Outlook, we discuss the growth trajectory of the UK grocery retail market amid inflation, and explore the competitive landscape and key trends affecting consumer behavior. Read More
Store Tracker | August 2, 2023 Premium US Store Tracker Extra, July 2023: Closures by Christmas Tree Shops Push Total Closed Space to 68 Million Square FeetThe US will see more than 68 million square feet of retail space close in 2023, with Christmas Tree Shops contributing an estimated 3.3 million square feet to that figure. We detail retailers’ store closure and opening announcements from July 2023, including their square-footage impact. Read More
Deep Dive | August 1, 2023 Premium Consumers Continue To Notice and Adapt to Inflation: US Consumer Tracker 2023, Week 31We assess how US consumers are changing their responses to inflation. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | August 1, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: US Companies Commit to Responsible Use, Consumers See Potential for New ApplicationsContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering expanded use cases, new regulations and commitments for responsible use in the US and China, and Meta’s continuous investment in AI. Read More
Insight Report | August 1, 2023 Premium Earnings Insights 2Q23, Week 1: Albertsons, Crocs, L’Oréal, Walgreens and More Post Positive Performance; Levi’s Sees Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports present insights on the performance of major retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, featuring management commentary on second-quarter 2023 earnings. This week, we offer highlights from companies that reported in the week ended July 30, 2023, which include Albertsons Companies, Crocs and Deckers Outdoor. Read More
