Takeaways

The US CPG sector is projected to grow by 3.2% in 2025.

Consumers will continue to seek value and promotions in CPG products.

Mass merchants and warehouse clubs are expected to grow by 4.8% in 2025.

Grocery retail is anticipated to grow by 3.1%, driven by grocery inflation.

Department stores are facing a decline of 4.8% due to competition from online retailers.

Drugstore sales are expected to increase by a low single-digit percentage in 2025.

Health and wellness products will be key drivers for drugstore sales growth.

Warehouse clubs are outperforming discount stores due to value perception.

Amazon's multi-channel grocery model will continue to disrupt the market.

CVS and Walgreens are facing challenges from non-traditional pharmacies and online players.

Chapters

00:00 2025 CPG Sector Outlook

02:22 Mass Merchants and Warehouse Clubs Predictions

04:45 Grocery Store Trends for 2025

07:06 Department Store Challenges and Opportunities

08:30 Pharmacy and Drugstore Market Insights

Takeaways:

• The pandemic accelerated the shift to online shopping.
• Experiential retail is becoming crucial for consumer engagement.
• AI is integral to product development and marketing strategies.
• Digital asset management enhances efficiency in marketing campaigns.
• Emerging brands are leveraging technology to compete with larger retailers.
• SEO is evolving with Gen Z's shopping habits.
• Sustainability is a key focus for consumers and brands alike.
• The role of chief AI officers is expected to grow in retail.
• Storytelling can strengthen consumer-brand relationships.
• Retailers must adapt to remain competitive in a changing market.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Retailistic and Anna Beller

01:07 The Impact of Store Closures on Retail

02:54 Experiential Retail: Trends and Innovations

07:27 AI in Retail: Opportunities and Challenges

10:39 The Role of Digital Asset Management

15:51 The Changing Landscape of E-commerce

18:37 SEO in AI and the Future of Online Shopping

20:45 The Importance of Innovation in Retail

23:18 Sustainability and Consumer Engagement

26:37 Looking Ahead: Events and Future Trends

Takeaways

• Retail media is set to grow significantly through 2028.
• E-commerce marketplaces are gaining share in the retail landscape.
• In-store technologies will enhance customer experiences.
• GenAI will transform retail operations and decision-making.
• GLP-1 drugs are changing consumer demand and preferences.
• Unified commerce will create seamless shopping experiences.
• Retailers need to adapt to changing consumer behaviors.
• Data-driven strategies are essential for retail success.
• Consumer resilience is evident during the holiday season.

Chapters

00:00 This Week in Research, Highlighting Retail 2025 Outlooks and Holiday Insights

02:18 Key Predictions for Retail in 2025

15:11 Deep Dive into Retail Predictions

23:46 Conclusion and Future Outlook

This week's episode of Retaili$tic offers highlights from Coresight Research's Retail 2025 report detailing our predictions for US retail. Premium subscribers can read that report in full here.