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The Future in Focus: CRC’s 2026 Forecasting Webinar
For the first time ever, CRC’s Councils are coming together for a powerful, cross-industry Forecasting Webinar delivering one comprehensive view of what’s ahead for retail, consumers and the economy over the next three years.
Join us on Thursday, November 13 at 12:00 pm ET as CRC’s experts share their forward-looking insights in rapid-fire style. Nine forecasts, seven perspectives, one unified view of where the market is heading.
Save your seat for this fast-paced, data-rich session where we share our three-year forecasts spanning every corner of the retail landscape. From macroeconomic trends to channel-level shifts and consumer priorities, this first-of-its-kind webinar will give you:
- A comprehensive view of the US retail & consumer landscape through 2028
- Key forecasts from every CRC Council in one concise session
- Early Insights to help inform your 2026-2028 planning and strategy
- A preview of the depth and breadth of CRC’s cross-council research
Get the pulse on the trends that matter most & forecasted outlooks across every consumer channel and category including:
📊 Macro Insights
GDP, consumer spending, inflation and employment forecasts shaping the U.S. economy
🛒 Traditional Retail
Key forecasts and near-term priorities for major Mass, Club, Grocery and Dollar accounts
💻 eCommerce
Amazon, broader eCom growth trajectories and what’s driving the next wave of digital retail
💊 Drug Store Strategic
Diverging performances in drug channel top area of focus as key retailers are re-shaped for long term
🏡 Home Improvement & Farm, Ranch & Home Retail
Housing turnover, home values and spending trends fueling the home improvement and farm, ranch and home retail channels
🐾 Pet
Adoption trends, retail channel shifts and the evolving role of animal health in category growth
🍔 Foodservice & C-Stores
Restaurant recovery, non-commercial trends and the evolving C-Store opportunity across prepared food, beverage and retail
This session is your opportunity to…
- See how CRC Councils are forecasting the next phase of growth and risk across sectors.
- Get an early read on 2026–2028 expectations to guide planning and strategy.
- Hear from CRC’s full lineup of experts — all in one concise, insight-packed webinar.
Don’t miss this first-of-its-kind CRC event for a collective view of the road ahead.