Deep Dive | April 15, 2026 Premium Retail Tech for Holiday 2026: AI-Led Discovery and Operational Readiness—PlaybookRetailers currently have a window to experiment with and perfect new technologies—particularly AI-driven search, discovery and personalization—before holiday 2026. Read More
Event Presentation | April 14, 2026 Premium Shoptalk Spring 2026 Takeaways: AI and Agentic Commerce Insights—Premium Subscriber CallOur team presented concluding insights from Shoptalk Spring 2026, with a focus on AI and agentic commerce. Discover highlights and conclusions in this presentation. Read More
Event Coverage | April 14, 2026 Premium Senior Retail Leaders Convene at Shoptalk Spring 2026 to Build the AI Playbook for Profitable GrowthThe AI Playbook Dinner at Shoptalk Spring 2026 convened an invite-only group of senior retail and brand executives. We wrap up what we heard. Read More
Deep Dive | April 14, 2026 Databank Members Consumers Pull Back—Sentiment Sinks as Gas Prices Crowd Out Services: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow 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 consumer sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories. Read More
Insight Report | April 14, 2026 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce and In-Store Growth Rebound Amid Geopolitical UncertaintyGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on e-commerce growth, in-store sales trends, and the impact of geopolitical challenges. Read More
Infographic | April 14, 2026 Premium Quantifying Tariff Impacts: What Retail Companies Reported in 4Q25—Data GraphicRetail tariff impact across major retailers in 4Q25 highlights margin pressure, pricing actions and sourcing shifts shaping retailer strategy into FY26. Read More
Insight Report | April 13, 2026 Premium Unilever’s Exit from Food Pitches It Head to Head with Procter & Gamble in HPCDiscover how Unilever’s strategic exit from food is reshaping the competitive landscape in global consumer packaged goods (CPG). Read More
Deep Dive | April 13, 2026 Premium Supply Chains Insights for Apparel, Footwear and Department Stores: Transforming with AI and Real‑Time ForecastingExplore how supply chain issues affect apparel and footwear market, with insights on technological solutions and strategies. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 12, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Why Growth in US CPG Unit Sales Has Stalled, with Sujeet NaikDiscover why US CPG unit sales growth has stalled, with insights on inflation, consumer trends and the outlook for recovery. Discover insights on recovery potential. Read More
Insight Report | April 10, 2026 Premium Chinese New Year 2026 Review: A Shift Toward Extended, Segmented and Experience-Driven ConsumptionChinese New Year 2026 signals a shift in retail consumption, with extended holiday periods, evolving travel patterns, and a focus on technology, health, and experience-driven spending. Retailers must adapt to these multi-stage consumption behaviors and leverage emerging trends to engage consumers throughout the entire holiday period. Read More
Store Tracker | April 10, 2026 Premium Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 14: Topps Tiles To Close StoresOur Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the UK. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Topps Tiles, Co-op, R.M. Williams, Sports Direct, and more. Read More
Store Tracker | April 10, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion PlanOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Urban Outfitters, Trader Joe’s Yesway, and more. Read More
Event Coverage | April 9, 2026 Free Report Shoptalk Spring 2026 Wrap-Up: Retail Insights Centered on AI Successes and ResultsDiscover how AI and agentic commerce are reshaping the retail landscape and driving new growth opportunities, with our concluding insights from Shoptalk Spring 2026. Read More
Deep Dive | April 8, 2026 Premium US Department Stores Show Signs of Improvement: Is the Reset Working?Explore the resurgence of US department stores, with Macy’s and Dillard’s leading the way through strategic store modernization, curated assortments and improved customer service. Read More
Deep Dive | April 8, 2026 Premium Supply Chain Insights for Food, Drug and Mass Retail: Technology, Resilience and the Path to Stronger MarginsThis report examines key challenges and solutions shaping the food, drug and mass supply chain, including tariffs, regulations, food waste and visibility gaps. Read More