Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Can Technology Adoption Decelerate the Store Closure Trend? Three Recommendations from Manik Bhatia Manik Bhatia, Head of Custom Research Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research February 23, 2025 Reasons to ReadWelcome to Analyst Corner! Every Sunday, a member of the Coresight Research team discusses upcoming or recent research and their thoughts on interesting topics in their area of expertise. This week, Manik Bhatia, Head of Custom Research, offers three recommendations for US retailers to effectively adopt technology solutions in order to drive brick-and-mortar retail success in the face of rising store closures. We also highlight our key research from the past week and upcoming reports to look out for, so you don’t miss out. Other relevant research: Store Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook 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. Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses evolving in-store loss prevention. 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:What Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Insights Presented at RLC Global Forum 2025Unlocking Success: The Pathway to Profitability for US Brands and RetailersRetail Shrink and ORC: Cargo Theft Hits Record Levels in the US, Retail Crime Costs Soar in the UKAnalyst Corner: Three Consumer-Focused Predictions for US Retail for the Second Half of 2025, with Anand Kumar
Insight ReportChinese New Year 2025 Review: From Shopping to Screens—How Younger Consumers Boosted Spring Festival Spending Charlie Poon, Analyst Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research February 21, 2025 Reasons to ReadSpring Festival 2025, marking the start of the Chinese New Year, has officially come to an end. This year (the Year of the Snake), this major event in the Chinese calendar spanned January 29 (day 1 of the lunar calendar) to February 12. How did consumers celebrate Lunar New Year and where did they direct their spending? We offer insights on retail trends, consumer preferences and market opportunities from the holiday. Data in this research report include: China retail market size, 2020–2025E Sales by city tier and retailer type, 2025 Domestic tourism revenue, total domestic tourist numbers and per capita domestic tourist spending during Chinese New Year, 2017–2025 Companies mentioned in this report include: Costco, DeepSeek, Disney, Lululemon Athletica, OpenAI, Jiajiayue, Renrenle, Unitree Robotics, Walmart Other relevant research: Chinese New Year 2025: New Trends—Domestic Travel and Subsidy-Boosted Spending Key Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in China in 2025: Calendar Retail 2025: China Retail Predictions The China Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the trajectory of retail in China. This Databank is updated monthly. 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 45: Fired Earth To Close Stores Due to AdministrationShoptalk Fall 2025 Day One: Building Resilience Through Agility, AI and Authentic Connections to Thrive in Volatile TimesWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 26: Kroger To Close 60 StoresWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 47: IKEA Continues Its Opening Spree; Target To Invest in Stores
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 8: US Store Closures Exceed 3,000, Up 420% Year Over Year Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst February 21, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, we highlight the growing number of store closures in the US, which are up 420% year over year in 2025 so far. Retailers contributing to store closures this week include CVS Health and Kirkland’s. Non-store-closure news includes the CEO of Hanesbrands stepping down. In the UK, store openings are picking up pace, with expansions by Hollister and Ebebek among those tracked this week. This report presents data up to week 8 of 2025, ended February 21, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US and the UK—2025 vs. 2024 Major US and UK store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Major US retail bankruptcies—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: CVS Health, Ebebek, Gymshark, Hanesbrands, Hollister, Kirkland’s Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports 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 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:Introducing the New Tech 25 for ’25: Retail-Tech Companies To WatchFebruary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Growth Set for a Slowdown in February and MarchNRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show Wrap-Up—The Future of Retail Will Be Driven by AI, Innovation and a Commitment to SustainabilityUS CPG Sales Tracker: Beauty Sales Accelerate, While Online Grocery Sees Sharp Slowdown
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 8 John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 21, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week series spotlights key data points from this week’s research. From US consumer sentiment and retail sales to grocery store traffic for Amazon, discover key data points we are watching in week 8 of 2025. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: Department Stores in Focus; Plus, Consumer Sentiment Latest: US Consumer Survey Insights February 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook Grocery Retailing—US Real Estate Insights Other relevant research: The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. Our monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. All graphics in the Three Data Points series This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Downward Trend in Economic Expectations Ends: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 17, 2025—InfographicHigher-Income Sentiment Declines; Holiday Shopping Lull Before a Promotional Surge: US Consumer Survey InsightsThe Agentic AI Playbook: How to Redefine Retail with Intelligent AutonomyUS Tariffs: Who Wins, Who Loses and What It Means for the Economy
Insight ReportFebruary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Growth Set for a Slowdown in February and March Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 20, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. In this report, we analyze the latest available data as of February 18, 2025. Alongside this report, you can access the data behind key charts and tables in the Excel download above. Data in this research report include: Our projections for retail sales growth by month for the next 12 months US actual retail sales versus model-predicted sales US unemployment rate and labor force participation rate US average hourly wages for all private-sector employees US annualized real disposable income per capita Other relevant research: Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. The US Retail Sales Databank features retail sales values and year-over-year growth, in total and by sector, by year and by month. This Databank is updated monthly. 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 GraphicHead-to-Head in Global Discount Grocery Retailing: Aldi vs. LidlHoliday Bites—Prime Big Deal Days, Walmart Deals, Target Circle Week and Kohl’s Cyber Deals: Consumer Participation—Data GraphicAnalyst Corner: US Grocery Retail—Decoding the $1.6 Trillion Market, with Sujeet Naik
Deep DiveGrocery Retailing—US Real Estate Insights: Value and Specialty Grocers Lead Store Expansion as Traditional Retailers Lag Behind Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research February 20, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe grocery sector remains one of the most resilient areas in retail, with stable consumer demand and high foot-traffic potential. Yet, shifts in store formats, consumer shopping habits and real estate investment patterns are creating winners and losers in the market. By understanding these shifts, businesses can position themselves for success in an increasingly competitive and complex grocery real estate environment. From Amazon’s renewed push into physical grocery to the ways in which traditional grocers are lagging behind value and specialty retailers, dive into current grocery real estate trends in the US. Which grocery banners are expanding, and which retailers are consolidating their store footprints? How are store formats changing? Find out in this data-driven research report. Building on our Market Navigator on US grocery retailing, we take a deeper dive into the sector’s real estate landscape, exploring retailers’ store portfolios, opening and closure strategies, and recent store traffic data. Data in this research report include: US grocery retail market size, 2020–2029E Store counts, footprint CAGRs (compound annual growth rates) and year-over-year changes for major grocery retailers in the US, December 2020–December 2024 Store traffic and year-over-year traffic changes for major US grocers, 2020–2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: Aldi, Amazon, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Blackstone, Costco, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Sprouts Farmers Market, Trader Joe’s, Walmart Other relevant research: Market Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—Igniting Unit Growth in a Low-Inflation Environment US Grocery—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Volume Growth Headwinds To Continue Head-to-Head in Global Discount Grocery Retailing: Aldi vs. Lidl Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. 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:Financial Optimism Falls to Lowest Recorded Level: China Consumer Survey InsightsShoptalk Fall 2025 Wrap-Up: Driving Retail Forward—AI, Agility, Loyalty and Leadership in Volatile TimesPositive Sentiment Trend Comes to an End; Kohl’s Leads in Department Store Shopping: US Consumer Survey InsightsA Guide to NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show—Six Game Changers Set to Reshape Retail
Insight ReportEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 3: Gucci Sales Slump 21%, Plus Updates from Ahold, Amazon, Coty and More Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research February 19, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list as they report fourth-quarter 2024 earnings. This week, discover highlights from major companies that reported in the week ended February 7, 2025, across seven sectors: apparel and footwear, beauty, consumer packaged goods, drugstores, e-commerce, food and grocery, and luxury. Data in this research report include: Quarterly data from companies, including gross margins and sales data by brand (where applicable), channel and geography Companies mentioned in this report include: Ahold Delhaize, Amazon, The Coca-Cola Company, Coty, Crocs, CVS Health, Kering, L’Oréal, Moncler, Nestlé, Skechers, Unilever Other relevant research: Explore all our Earnings Insights reports, including quarterly wrap-ups. The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates and capital raised by major retail companies. 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 Store Tracker Extra, September 2025: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet and Alimentation Couche-Tard Add 3+ Million Square Feet to Total Opened Retail SpaceInnovator Profile: Lumi AI—Uncovering Hidden Value with Automated Data IntelligenceWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 31: Greggs Opens More than 60% of Its Announced Store OpeningsEconomic Sentiment Improves: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 50, 2025—Data Graphic
Deep DiveDepartment Stores in Focus; Plus, Consumer Sentiment Latest: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst February 18, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series takes a regular temperature check on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment, based on exclusive proprietary survey data. This week, in addition to our usual weekly findings on consumer sentiment, activities and shopping patterns, we dive into findings on department store shopping specifically. Where are department store shoppers making purchases, and what categories are they buying? The latest data in this report are from our survey conducted on February 10, 2025, with headline findings on the dominance of Kohl’s to the popularity of apparel categories. Data in this research report are our latest proprietary survey findings on: Whether consumers have bought from a department store in the past three months Popular retailers and product categories among department store shoppers Consumers’ expectations for the economy overall and for their own personal financial situation—plus, breakdowns of our findings by income Where consumers have bought food and nonfood products from in the last two weeks What consumers have bought in-store and online in the last two weeks Activities that consumers have done in the past two weeks Companies mentioned in this research report include: Amazon, Bloomingdale’s, JCPenney, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Walmart Other relevant research: 2025 Tariffs: Impacts on the US Consumer Economy—Infographic US Department Stores—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Softness To Continue, Despite Beauty Outperformance All our coverage of department stores The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. The Market Sizes Databank offers an overview of key retail market or sector sizes, including Coresight Research projections for future years. 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:Black Friday 2025 Around the World: Global Retail ObservationsThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 20: Cross-Border Players Don’t Prevent Amazon Reaching New Highs in ApparelWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 1: Big Lots Set to Keep Some Stores Open in 2025Three Data Points We’re Watching: Will Stock Market Volatility Impact US Consumer Spending?
Infographic2025 Tariffs: Impacts on the US Consumer Economy—Infographic Coresight Research Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 17, 2025 Reasons to ReadDiscover new data on the US consumer economy in this free infographic, spanning inflation, consumer sentiment and tariffs. Proprietary survey data in this research report include: How US consumers believe the tariffs will impact the overall economy and their personal finances The potential drawbacks and benefits of the new tariffs How consumers will change their shopping behaviors to avoid the effects of tariffs Other relevant research: Inflation Up, Sentiment Down: Alarm Bells for the US Consumer Economy? Dive into our full survey findings: 2025 Tariffs: What Do US Consumers Think?—Proprietary Survey Insights New Tariffs, New Challenges: How US Trade Policies Could Impact Prices and Profits Retail 2025: US Macro, Consumer and Retail Outlook All our coverage of the consumer and macroeconomics The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. The US Retail Sales Databank features retail sales values and year-over-year growth, in total and by sector, by year and by month. This Databank is updated monthly. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:6.18 Shopping Festival Helps Lift Consumer Sentiment After Recent Lows: China Consumer Survey InsightsShoptalk Spring 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: Recap—12 Innovators, Two WinnersThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 35: US Home and Home-Improvement FocusEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 1: Mixed Results from LVMH, Nestlé, P&G and Others Amid Heightened Tariff Concerns—Infographic
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Constrained Consumers Could Soon “Get to the Goods” Again—Evolving In-Store Loss Prevention, with John Harmon John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research February 16, 2025 Reasons to ReadWelcome to Analyst Corner! Every Sunday, a member of the Coresight Research team discusses upcoming or recent research and their thoughts on interesting topics in their area of expertise. This week, John Harmon, Managing Director of Technology Research, discusses the challenges that locking up goods as a loss-prevention measure presents for retailers and consumers, and a key technology solution that has finally arrived. We also highlight our key research from the past week and upcoming reports to look out for, so you don’t miss out. Companies mentioned in this report include: CVS, Target, Walgreens Boots Alliance Other relevant research: Retail Shrink and ORC: Cargo Theft Hits Record Levels in the US, Retail Crime Costs Soar in the UK Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses the emergence of Chinese AI (artificial intelligence) startup DeepSeek. 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:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 40: Claire’s UK Bought Out of BankruptcyUS CPG Sales Tracker: Growth Momentum Eases Amid Greater Consumer CautionSeasonal Shopping, 1Q25—Expectations for Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 47: IKEA Continues Its Opening Spree; Target To Invest in Stores
Insight ReportJanuary 2025 US Retail Sales: Nearly All Sectors Report Mid-Single-Digit Sales Growth Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research February 14, 2025 Reasons to ReadUsing data from the US Census Bureau, we analyze US retail sales in January 2025, in total and by sector. Data in this research report are: Year-over-year changes in US total retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles), January 2024–January 2025 Year-over-year changes in retail sales by sector, December 2024 and January 2025 Other relevant research: Inflation Up, Sentiment Down: Alarm Bells for the US Consumer Economy? Our monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. All our coverage of macroeconomics Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. 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:Retail 2025 Sector Outlooks: EbookUS Store Tracker Extra, June 2025: 120+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space To Close This Year, Outpacing Openings by Over 1.5XJanuary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Mid-Single-Digit Growth for the Start of 2025Global Outreach Summit 2025 Insights: India’s Digital Leap in Apparel Sourcing and Sustainability
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 7: Aldi and Skechers USA Announce Store Expansion Plans; Joann To Close 500 Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst February 14, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, we highlight store expansion plans across multiple sectors—notably, by discount supermarket chain Aldi and footwear retailer Skechers USA have announced store-expansion plans, while Joann is set to close 500 stores across the US. Non-store-closure news includes the appointment of a new Chief Stores Officer at Macy’s. This report presents data up to week 7 of 2025, ended February 14, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US and the UK—2025 vs. 2024 Major US and UK store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Major US retail bankruptcies—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: Aldi, Dollar Tree, Five Below, JCPenney, Joann, Liberated Brands, Macy’s, Skechers USA Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports 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 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:What Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Insights Presented at RLC Global Forum 2025CEO Brief: Agentic AI—Creating a Digital Workforce to Achieve Enormous Leaps in EfficiencyHot Tech Trends and Cool Products Unveiled: CES 2025 Pre-Conference InsightsUS CPG Sales Tracker: Beauty and Food Drive E-Commerce Growth; Discretionary Categories Rebound
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 7: Consumer Sentiment Focus John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 14, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week series spotlights key data points from this week’s research. Understand consumer sentiment in the US and China with new survey data on consumers’ financial prospects and the impacts of tariffs. This graphic presents key insights from our research in week 7 of 2025. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: Luxury Shopping in Focus; Sentiment Slumps Overall Amid Tariffs: US Consumer Survey Insights Mixed Signals—Economic Optimism Continues But Consumers Feel the Strain on Personal Finances: China Consumer Survey Insights 2025 Tariffs: What Do US Consumers Think?—Proprietary Survey Insights Other relevant research: The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. Read the full series of China Consumer Survey Insights reports. All graphics in the Three Data Points series This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:The Next Frontier of CommerceInflation Up, Sentiment Down: Alarm Bells for the US Consumer Economy?High Hopes—Heightened Economic Optimism Entering the New Year: US Consumer Survey InsightsTrends and Predictions for 2025 with Updates from CES and NRF: Premium Subscriber Call, January 2025
Insight ReportInflation Up, Sentiment Down: Alarm Bells for the US Consumer Economy? John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 13, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe US consumer economy is in flux. With inflation creeping up and consumer sentiment taking a sharp downturn, retailers, brands and industry stakeholders must stay ahead of evolving market dynamics. We unpack the latest data on critical indicators shaping the retail landscape in 2025. Data in this research report include: Recent overall CPI inflation and retail-specific inflation rates Proprietary survey findings—US consumers’ economic and financial outlook over the next 12 months; expected impacts of tariffs on the economy and personal finances Other relevant research: Retail 2025: US Macro, Consumer and Retail Outlook New Tariffs, New Challenges: How US Trade Policies Could Impact Prices and Profits 2025 Tariffs: What Do US Consumers Think?—Proprietary Survey Insights Market Navigator: US Retail and E-Commerce—Seizing Opportunities Amid a Changing Landscape The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databankprovides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. The US Retail Sales Databank features retail sales values and year-over-year growth, in total and by sector, by year and by month. This Databank is updated monthly. 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 Great Retail Reset: When Cost, Culture, and AI CollideUS Beauty Retailing: Themes, Concepts and Innovators—Personalization, Tech Integration and Wellness To Drive ChangeThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 35: US Home and Home-Improvement FocusAnalyst Corner: The Brave New World of Agentic Shopping, with John Harmon
Deep DiveAI Underpins the Tech-Driven Shift in US Grocery, from Smarter Forecasting to Faster Checkout Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research February 13, 2025 Reasons to ReadBuilding on our Market Navigator on the US grocery retailing, we explore the technologies currently shaping the sector, from AI (artificial intelligence) to ESLs (electronic shopping labels). We also provide insights on the technology trends impacting the grocery shopping experience through exclusive analysis of Coresight Research survey data. Proprietary survey data in this report include: US consumers’ feelings about selected ESL attributes What information (excluding prices) US shoppers find most useful on ESLs Features of smart shopping carts that interest US consumers the most Companies mentioned in this report include: Afresh Technologies, Albertsons Companies, Amazon, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Hy-Vee, Kroger, Nestlé, Nvidia, RELEX Solutions, Simbe Robotics, Target, Walmart, Whole Foods Market, Zebra Technologies Other relevant research: Market Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—Igniting Unit Growth in a Low-Inflation Environment Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. 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:Holiday 2025: The Last Mile—Tariff-Driven Early Buying To Ease Peak Season Shipping RushAmazon Apparel US Consumer Survey 2025: New Shoppers, Deeper Loyalty—InfographicRetail Crime and Shrink: US Shoppers Concerned About Theft Pushing Up Prices; Shoplifting Surges to Record Levels in EnglandShaping What’s Next in Retail—Physical Retail, AI, Retail Media: Insights from NextGen 2025, a Coresight Research Conference
