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Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list as they report third-quarter 2024 earnings.

This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended November 10, 2024, across six sectors: apparel and footwear, beauty, drugstores, e-commerce, home and home improvement, and luxury.

Data in this report are:

  • Quarterly data from companies, including gross margins and sales data by brand (where applicable), channel and geography

Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Coty, CVS Health, Hanesbrands, Qurate Retail, Ralph Lauren, Tapestry, Under Armour, Wayfair

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The 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 holiday shopping specifically. Which retailers are popular, and what are holiday shoppers buying? Track US consumers’ shopping behavior through the holiday season in this report series.

The latest data in this report are from our survey conducted on November 4, 2024.

Data in this research report are our latest proprietary survey findings on:

  • Whether consumers have started their holiday shopping yet, and whether they have made any holiday purchases in the past seven days
  • Popular retailers and product categories among holiday 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, Dollar Tree/Family Dollar, Publix, Target, Walmart

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Each Market Navigator report offers an in-depth, data-rich view of a retail, consumer or technology sector and is packed with data on sectors, segments, companies and consumers. Our analysts discuss at greater length the sector themes they are observing and the insights they are forming on their markets. We intend these definitive guides to serve as points of reference to those in the retail ecosystem, guiding readers’ strategic decision-making and assisting them in tapping opportunities and navigating disruption in retail and adjacent industries.

In this Market Navigator, Coresight Research explores the US retail and e-commerce market as a whole. Dive into our report today to gain insights on emerging ideas and opportunities in US retailing, understand the growth trajectory of the market as we head into 2025, and explore the competitive landscape. You’ll discover comprehensive survey data on consumer behavior and preferences. We also discuss critical themes in the market, aligning with our RESET framework.

Key topics covered in this report include the Ozempic economy, the future of physical stores, retail consolidation across the industry, sustainability, and the power of AI (artificial intelligence) and GenAI (generative AI).

Included with this Market Navigator

  • Grab quick access to charts, data points and conclusions in the presentation download
  • Access the data behind key charts and tables in the Excel download

Data in this research report include:

  • Total and online market sizes and year-over-year growth rates for the US retail market, 2019–2028E
  • US consumer spending on major discretionary categories, broken down by retail goods and services, 2000–2023
  • US retail sales, online and total, broken down by sector, 2019–2023
  • US revenues for leading offline and online retailers and operating margins, 2019–2023
  • Proprietary survey data on how consumers have been changing their shopping habits in response to inflation; the importance of sustainability; and where they are shopping for food and nonfood products, among other topics

Companies mentioned in this report include: Albertsons, Amazon, Burlington Stores, CVS Health, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Kohl’s, Kroger, Lowe’s, Lululemon Athletica, Macy’s, Sprouts Farmers Market, Target, The Home Depot, The TJX Companies, Urban Outfitters, Walmart

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The 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 October 28, 2024. We focus on whether recent key events in China—such as economic stimulus measures by the government—have driven changes in consumers’ outlook.

Data in this research report are:

  • Consumers’ expectations for economic conditions and personal finances in the next 12 months
  • Activities that consumers have done in the past two weeks
  • What products consumers have bought in-store and online in the last two weeks

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Our Holiday Bites series for 2024 spotlights proprietary survey data and analysis for the end-of-year holiday season.

This series covers US consumer expectations for holiday spending, the shape and scale of demand, and trends in shopper behavior during the holidays.

In this graphic, we spotlight US consumers’ attitudes to last-mile delivery this holiday season, including their concern about porch piracy and their preferences for fast versus reliable delivery.

Methodology: The data in this graphic are informed by an online survey of 1,614 US consumers aged 18+, conducted by Coresight Research in October 2024. At a total level, the results have a margin of error of +/- 2%, at a 95% confidence level.

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A unified view of operations and data is essential for the effective planning and execution of merchandising strategies. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), retailers can realize this unified view, enhancing their forecasting accuracy, enabling hyper-localization, delivering superior customer experiences and, ultimately, boosting profitability.

In this research report, we dive into the transformative impact of AI on merchandising within the retail industry. Gain actionable insights on the key steps required to successfully integrate AI, and understand the technology’s significant benefits.

This report is made available to non-subscribers of Coresight Research through its sponsorship by Board.

Data in this research report include proprietary survey findings on:

  • Percentage of gross sales lost to store inefficiencies across store-related business functions
  • Extent of challenges that retailers face across store-related business functions
  • Levels of investment in automated inventory tracking systems

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Welcome 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 Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research, discusses moves by China’s AliExpress cross-border e-commerce platform (owned by Alibaba Group) to penetrate Western markets, including through its Singles’ Day promotions.

We also highlight our key research from the past week and reports to look out for in the coming week, so you don’t miss out.

Companies mentioned in this report include: AliExpress (Alibaba Group), Amazon, Shein, Temu

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On November 8, 2024, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presented on the AI (artificial intelligence) revolution in retail at the YPO Global Business Summit 2024. A variation of this presentation was also used during Weinswig’s keynote on AI-driven retail at an Executive-in-Residence Lecture hosted by the University of North Texas on November 13, 2024.

Dive into our full presentation to discover the transformative impacts of AI (and generative AI) on the future of retail, covering retail media, retail as a service, digital asset management, demand forecasting, the customer experience and more.

Our insights are built around the Coresight Research CORE framework for AI and sustainability in retail.

Companied mentioned in this presentation include: Bynder, Carrefour, Digital Wave Technology, Persado, RELEX, Simbe Robotics, Walmart

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Coresight 100 is our focus list of retailers, brand owners and retail-related firms, spanning Asia, Europe and the US. We profile each company, covering the following content:

  • Countries of operation and key product categories
  • Annual metrics—including revenues, operating margin and global store numbers
  • Our insights into the company’s operations, including consideration of headwinds and tailwinds
  • Business strategy
  • Recent management commentary and company developments
  • The company’s current management team

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Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, we highlight the huge rise in US store closures and detail recent announcements from major retailers. Non-store-closure news includes the appointment of a new CEO at Boohoo Group and the stepping-down of Dollar Tree’s CEO.

This report presents data up to week 45 of 2024, ended November 8, 2024.

Data in this research report include:

  • Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US and the UK—2024 vs. 2023
  • Major US and UK store closures and openings, 2024
  • Major US and UK retail bankruptcies—2024 and 2023

Companies mentioned in this research report include: Allsup’s, American Freight, Daiso, Marks & Spencer, Murphy USA, Primark, Yankee Candle

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Announced store closures by CVS Health and Walgreens Boots Alliance in October have pushed planned total closed retail space for 2024 to nearly 99 million square feet, according to Coresight Research estimates.

Discover US retailers’ latest store closure and opening announcements, as well as the square-footage impacts of these developments.

This report is part of our monthly US Store Tracker Extra series; we offer insights into announced developments as of November 1, 2024.

Data in this report are:

  • Year-to-date (YTD) US store closures and openings estimates for 2024, by retailer—total number of store closures/openings and their square-footage impact
  • US announced store closures and openings: week-by-week data for 2024 versus the comparable period in 2023
  • US retail bankruptcies, 2024 vs. 2023

Companies mentioned in this report include: Costco Wholesale, CVS Health, Ulta Beauty, Walgreens Boots Alliance

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Our new Canada Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store openings and closures in Canada.

This report presents new data on tracked and announced store openings and closures for calendar 2024, with data as of October 2, 2024.

Data in this research report include:

  • Tabulated data—major store closures and openings by retailer, 2024
  • Details of tracked and announced developments for 2024 and existing store bases, by retailer
  • Appendix—2023 closures and openings by sector and top retailers (charted and tabulated)

Companies mentioned in this research report include: Alimentation Couch-Tard, Loblaw Companies, Sobey’s

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Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list as they report third-quarter 2024 earnings.

This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended November 3, 2024, across five sectors: apparel and footwear, beauty, consumer packaged goods, food and grocery, and home and home improvement.

Data in this report are:

  • Quarterly data from companies, including gross margins and sales data by brand (where applicable), channel and geography

Companies mentioned in this report include: Carter’s, Colgate-Palmolive, Columbia Sportswear, Crocs, Deckers Outdoor, Estée Lauder, Floor & Decor, Herbalife Nutrition, Sprouts Farmers Market

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The Coresight Research team attended apparel company VF Corporation’s Investor Day 2024, which took place on October 30, 2024.

We present insights from the event, covering the company’s financial targets and strategic growth plans for FY25-28.

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