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Deep Dive | June 29, 2026 Premium

US Back to School 2026, Part 2: Where Consumers Will Shop—Mass Merchandisers Lead Over Amazon as Shoppers Prioritize Value, Execution and Convenience

Where and how will US back-to-school consumers shop in 2026? Explore proprietary Coresight Research survey data to discover the categories and apparel brands and retailers that are set to take the lead during this year’s US back-to-school (BTS) season in the second report in our US Back to School 2026 series.

Deep Dive | June 24, 2026 Premium

US Back to School 2026, Part 1: Early Shopping, Inflation Worries and Strategic Choices Shape BTS 2026

We kick off our US Back to School 2026 series of reports by diving into proprietary survey findings on US consumers’ spending expectations for the BTS (back-to-school) season. How much will BTS shoppers spend, and what will influence their purchase decisions? Find out in this comprehensive analysis of consumers’ plans for and attitudes to BTS shopping.

Deep Dive | June 23, 2026 Databank Members

Higher-Income Consumers’ Sentiment Improves Significantly; Dining Out and Travel Lead Spending Cutbacks: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories.

Deep Dive | June 22, 2026 Premium

US Beauty: What’s Driving E-Commerce Growth?

E-Commerce beauty growth is accelerating as AI driven personalized recommendations, social commerce and fast delivery drive higher frequency and higher order value.

Deep Dive | June 18, 2026 Premium

How Generations Actually Shop: Young Consumers Buy Broadly, Older Consumers Buy Deep

Discover how US consumers really shop across generations—and why younger shoppers buy broadly while older shoppers may buy more deeply. Driven by more than 5,600 consumer surveys, we dive into generational shopping behaviors and attitudes.

Deep Dive | June 16, 2026 Databank Members

Consumer Sentiment Is Steady; Tariffs Pessimism Eases; Trading Down Rises Slightly: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid Middle-East conflict, inflation and tariffs? We review our latest US consumer sentiment, perceptions of the impacts of tariffs and inflation awareness and responses to inflation.

Deep Dive | June 16, 2026 Databank Members

China Optimism Rises in May, but Floods, Energy, and Property Keep Spending Cautious and Value-Driven: China Consumer Survey Insights

We analyze proprietary survey data to track consumer sentiment and financial sentiments in China. This report shows steady optimism in May 2026.

Deep Dive | June 15, 2026 Premium

Amazon Apparel US Consumer Survey 2026: Growth Opportunities in Value, AI and Omnichannel Retail

Now in its ninth year, the annual Amazon Apparel US Consumer Survey from Coresight Research identifies and analyzes evolving consumer behaviors on Amazon.com across the US apparel and footwear category.

Deep Dive | June 10, 2026 Free Report

Agentic Commerce Playbook: A Step‑by‑Step Framework for Retail Implementation and Scaling

Agentic commerce is revolutionizing the retail landscape, enabling AI-powered agents to handle product discovery, comparison, and purchase all within a seamless, conversational experience. This playbook guides retailers on how to implement and scale AI-driven shopping strategies.

Deep Dive | June 9, 2026 Databank Members

Higher-Income Consumers’ Sentiment Improves; Consumers Cutting Back More on Dining and Travel: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories.

Deep Dive | June 8, 2026 Premium

Agentic Commerce: Long-Term Impacts of Four Scenarios Under the IMPACT Framework

Explore the evolution of agentic commerce from AI-assisted discovery to fully autonomous shopper agents, and the impacts on retailers, consumers, and the workforce.

Deep Dive | June 2, 2026 Databank Members

Sentiment Holds Steady; Consumers Cutting Back on Dining and Travel: US Consumer Survey Insights

How are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories.

Deep Dive | June 1, 2026 Premium

US Fashion Resale: Value, Vintage and Luxury Drive Momentum

Explore the rapid growth of the US fashion resale market, driven by sustainability trends, digital platforms and luxury resale opportunities.

Deep Dive | May 29, 2026 Premium

Store Growth and Tenant Shifts at US Malls: Analyzing Trends by Tier with the Store Intelligence Platform

Explore 2023 vs 2026 US mall trends, including store growth, tenant mix shifts and traffic efficiency across top-tier and non-top-tier malls.

Deep Dive | May 28, 2026 Free Report

The State of In-Store Retailing 2026: Blueprint To Scaling Store Intelligence Technologies for Retail Excellence

Store intelligence technologies are moving from pilot programs to scaled deployment, but success increasingly depends on sequencing. This report examines how retailers can prioritize foundational capabilities such as real-time shelf visibility to reduce inefficiencies, improve execution and unlock stronger customer and associate outcomes.