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John Mercer, Head of Global Research Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research Reasons to Read Each Analyst Corner features highlights and insights from the respective week’s “Report of the Week”—our featured must-read research report. This week, our featured report was Market Navigator: US Retail—A Fracturing Market Headed Toward $6 Trillion. Discover which retail giants are reshaping the US market—and what their dominance means for every other retailer in 2026.

Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research Reasons to Read Uncover the latest shifts in the retail landscape and stay ahead of key trends that impact store openings, closures, and the broader consumer market. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: What are the top store openings and closures in the US for 2026 so far? Which retailers are expanding in 2026, and which brands are downsizing?

Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research Reasons to Read Discover the latest trends in UK retail store openings and closures for 2026, and gain insights into the evolving market landscape. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How many store closures and openings have UK retailers announced year to date in 2026, and how do these totals compare with the same period in 2025?

John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research Reasons to Read Discover where US retail is heading—and which companies, channels and consumer trends will define the next phase of growth in this in-depth, data-driven report. Read this report to find answers to these and other key questions: How are shifting consumer spending patterns creating winners and losers across US retail, and what should retailers do about it?

Dnyanesh Padmane, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research Reasons to Read Understand what performance metrics tell us about Prime Day 2026 in the US, and discover how Prime Day 2026 showcased changes in digital retail through AI-driven discovery, retail media and new engagement formats.

Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research Reasons to Read Understand how Canada’s retail footprint is shifting in 2026—with exclusive, retailer-level store opening and closure data. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How many store closures and openings have we identified in Canada for 2026? Which retailers are leading the additional store closures and openings identified since our last update?

Reasons to Read Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is agentic AI revolutionizing supply chain management? What additional benefits does agentic technology provide beyond supply chain automation? How can supplier networks help retailers respond more quickly to disruptions? How can retailers manage the risks and safety challenges associated with agentic AI?

John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research Reasons to Read Quantify who is winning and losing share in a $5.5 trillion US retail market reshaped by consolidation, discounting and digital disruption. Read this Preview of our forthcoming deep dive on US retailing to discover answers to these and other questions: How fast will US retail sales grow in 2026, and when will the market cross $6 trillion?

Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research Reasons to Read Discover how US online grocery is evolving as AI-powered shopping assistants, rapid delivery and subscription programs reshape shopper expectations, fulfillment strategies and retail competition. This slide deck was presented on our Premium Subscriber call from July 10, 2026.

Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research Reasons to Read Each Analyst Corner features highlights and insights from the respective week’s “Report of the Week”—our featured must-read research report. This week, our featured report was US Online Grocery Survey 2026: Delivery Pulls Ahead as Quick Commerce and AI Redefine Grocery Shopping.