Deep Dive | August 31, 2022 Premium Think Tank: The Livestreaming E-Commerce Revolution in ChinaLivestreaming e-commerce is a disruptive force in China’s retail landscape. In this Think Tank, we explore the size and growth potential of the market, as well as market factors and trends we are watching. Read More
Event Coverage | August 31, 2022 Free Report VERB’s MARKET Hosts Shopfest 2022: Brands See Peak Engagement via Livestreaming Q&AVERB’s Shopfest livestreaming shopping festival marked the launch of MARKET, a live shopping platform. We present highlights from the event and discuss its multichannel livestreaming approach, tactics driving consumer engagement and more. Read More
Free Data Graphic | August 29, 2022 Free Report Three Things You Need To Know: Building Blocks of the Metaverse—AIWe present Three Things You Need To Know: Building Blocks of the Metaverse—AI Read More
Analyst Corner | August 28, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Note to Consumers—Holiday Surcharges Have Already Begun and Could Trickle Down to YouThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the start of holiday surcharges. Read More
Insight Report | August 26, 2022 Premium August 2022 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: The Prospects for Late-Summer SpendingIn our monthly Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales series, we examine several key macroeconomic indicators of US retail sales and analyze how they may impact the industry in the months to come. We analyze the latest available data, as of August 24, 2022, covering income, savings, the job market and housing, and offer US retail sales projections. Read More
Deep Dive | August 24, 2022 Premium Think Tank: Adaptive Apparel in the US—2022 Survey Results Confirm Category Growth OpportunitiesWe explore the adaptive apparel market opportunity in the US and innovations in the adaptive category over the past year. We present analysis of proprietary consumer survey findings to discuss adaptive needs and shoppers’ preferences and behaviors. Read More
Insight Report | August 23, 2022 Premium Supply Chain Briefing: Trucks Delayed and Trains Derailed as Sourcing DiversifiesIn our Supply Chain Briefing series, we examine key challenges and developments on retail’s supply side. In this report, we cover domestic supply chain challenges at ports and rail networks, China’s potential reconsideration of its strict Covid-19 policy and brands’ and retailers’ commentary on holiday season inventories. Read More
Insight Report | August 22, 2022 Premium Building Blocks of the Metaverse: Artificial Intelligence (AI)As part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, we explore AI (artificial intelligence) technology as it relates to the metaverse, covering its key application and benefits in the virtual world. Read More
Insight Report | August 18, 2022 Premium Digitally Native Vertical Brands in US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—An Accelerated Pursuit of ProfitabilityDigitally native vertical brands (DNVBs) are continuing to grow in the US apparel and footwear market. We analyze the market size, the competitive landscape and trends in the space. Read More
Deep Dive | August 16, 2022 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Shopper Shifts Amid Summertime CyclicalityOur survey uncovers shifts in consumer behavior driven by cyclical summertime factors, and preparation for the return to school. Our US Consumer Tracker survey analysis presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail Read More
Free Data Graphic | August 15, 2022 Free Report Three Things You Need To Know: Wholesale vs. DTC—US Apparel and Footwear RetailWe present Three Things You Need To Know: Wholesale vs. DTC: US Apparel and Footwear Retail Read More
Insight Report | August 15, 2022 Premium Metaverse Latest: Retail NFTs Net Millions; Understanding the Upcoming Ethereum MergeAs part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse space—covering virtual worlds and platforms; brands and retailers; technology and access; and NFT (non-fungible token) collection drops. We also discuss the upcoming Ethereum blockchain merge to a “proof of stake” mechanism. Read More
Deep Dive | August 11, 2022 Premium US Apparel and Footwear Brands Adopt Hybrid Wholesale-DTC ModelsUS apparel brands are shifting to hybrid wholesale-DTC (direct-to-consumer) models. Our analysis covers 13 companies and four alternative practices, as well as strategies for implementing wholesale and DTC models. Read More
Insight Report | August 10, 2022 Premium Organized Retail Crime: A Growing Threat for All RetailersOrganized retail crime (ORC) has been in the spotlight due to an increasing number of thefts involving high-profile retailers. We discuss the challenges and costs of ORC and how retailers can combat the issue. Read More
Insight Report | August 10, 2022 Premium RetailTech: Associate Enablement Technologies—Using the Strengths of In-Store Staff as an Advantage Over E-Commerce PlayersArtificial intelligence (AI)-powered clienteling tools enable retailers to leverage one of their most valuable assets: the store associate. We explore how retailers can arm their associates with technology to offer better, more knowledgeable service and so gain an advantage over e-commerce players. Read More