From Digital Disruption to Destination Stores: US Retail Uncovered

Takeaways

• The US retail market is valued at about $5.3 trillion and is growing.
• Smaller store formats are gaining popularity due to convenience.
• Technology is enhancing operational efficiency in retail.
• Experiential retail is becoming crucial for attracting customers.
• International retailers are expanding their presence in the US market.
• Retailers are rethinking the balance between DTC (direct-to-consumer) and wholesale.
• Physical stores serve multiple roles beyond just sales.
• Consumer preferences are shifting toward immersive shopping experiences.
• Retailers need to adapt to technological advancements.
• The future of retail includes a blend of digital and physical experiences.

Chapters

00:00 This Week in Research: New Reports and Data

02:55 Current State of the US Retail Market

03:10 Emerging Trends in Retail Real Estate

06:10 The Role of Technology in Retail

07:33 Experiential Retail and Immersive Experiences

09:40 International Retailers Entering the US Market

11:39 Recommendations for Retailers in an Evolving Landscape

Complementing this episode of Retaili$tic, look out for our upcoming report detailing trends and developments in the US retail real estate landscape, which will publish soon on coresight.com. Uncover more insights on real estate and technology from Coresight Research.