Deep Dive | March 18, 2024 Free Report The Future of Pricing: How AI Is Transforming Price Planning in RetailWhat are the critical challenges that retailers need to tackle in using AI (artificial intelligence) for price planning, and why is it so important they do so? Dive into our survey-driven insights into the use of AI in retail pricing strategies, as well as the investment landscape, to discover the answer. Get a step ahead in the AI space to effectively execute an optimal pricing strategy. Read More
Infographic | March 15, 2024 Premium Three Data Points We’re Watching This WeekFrom the obesity economy to Dollar Tree store closures to China consumer survey insights, discover the key data points we are watching in week 11 of 2024. Read More
Event Presentation | March 14, 2024 Premium AI @ Retail: Supercharging the Customer Experience—Insights Presented at the Vision Monday Leadership Summit 2024How can retailers supercharge the customer experience? In this presentation, discover the uses cases of AI (artificial intelligence) across multiple US retail sectors. Plus, delve into the headwinds, tailwinds, and trends set to impact retail in 2024. Read our full presentation from the Vision Monday Leadership Summit 2024. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium February 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Accelerates—Electronics Stores Rebound; Nonstore Retailers See Strong GrowthIn February 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by over 5% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Legislative Momentum Grows and New Tech Solutions Emerge To Tackle TheftContinuing our regular series on retail shrink and organized retail crime (ORC), we focus this month on developments from the US and the UK. We discuss recent legislative changes and proposals, reported metrics on the prevalence of retail crime, and news about loss-prevention technologies. Plus, discover US consumer attitudes to theft and prevention measures in retail, as well as recent retailer commentary on shrink. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium Data Dive: The Global Obesity Economy—Shaped by the Spending of 1 Billion ConsumersWorldwide, 1 billion people are now obese, according to a new study in medical journal The Lancet. We review the findings from that study and offer quantification of various aspects of the global “obesity economy.” Read More
Deep Dive | March 13, 2024 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Generative AI ApplicationsWe discuss the need for generative AI (GenAI) applications and present selected technology providers globally, with innovative solutions spanning audio, code generation, productivity, video and more. Read More
Insight Report | March 13, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q23, Week 6: BJ’s, JD.com, Ross and Others Record Strong Performances; Big Lots and Kroger Witness DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended March 10, 2024, including American Eagle Outfitters, BJ’s Warehouse Club, Burlington Stores, Foot Locker, JD.com, Kroger, Nordstrom and Target, among others. Read More
Event Coverage | March 13, 2024 Premium Salesforce TrailblazerDX 2024: New Einstein Tools Unleash the Genius of AI for DevelopersWe present key insights from Salesforce’s TrailblazerDX 2024 conference, with a focus on next-generation AI (artificial intelligence). Read about the company’s new Einstein 1 Studio and Einstein Copilot solutions. Read More
Deep Dive | March 12, 2024 Databank Members Consumers Report Staying Home for Lunar New Year: China Consumer Survey InsightsWe explore Chinese consumer behavior during the Chinese New year (CNY) national holiday, and the implications for retail of consumers staying home. Our monthly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ shopping behavior, levels of activity and sentiment. Read More
Event Coverage | March 11, 2024 Free Report Essential Guide to Shoptalk 2024: Strategies and Opportunities Across Five Retail ThemesPlan your time at Shoptalk 2024 with this free, essential guide to key sessions across five retail themes, from AI (artificial intelligence) to unified retail experiences. Coresight Research is an official research partner of Shoptalk 2024. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | March 11, 2024 Premium Market Outlook: UK Home-Improvement Retailing—Easing Market Conditions and Pent-Up Demand To Support Sales GrowthIn this Market Outlook, we discuss the growth trajectory of UK home-improvement (DIY) retailing, exploring its competitive landscape and key trends shaping the sector. Read More
Analyst Corner | March 10, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner—A Budget for Retail? Reviewing the UK’s 2024 Finance Update with John MercerThis week’s Analyst Corner discusses the implications of the recently announced UK government budget—which includes tax cuts—for consumers and retail. John Mercer, Head of Global Research at Coresight Research, presents our outlook for UK retail. Read More
Event Presentation | March 8, 2024 Premium Fashionomics: Mapping Consumer Sentiment and Trends—Insights Presented at the AAFA Executive Summit 2024From supply chain logistics to tech-enabled seamless shopping experiences, we paint a global picture of retail today, with a focus on China, India, the Middle East and Africa, and the UK and Europe. Read our full presentation from the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) Executive Summit. Read More
Infographic | March 8, 2024 Premium Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week: Tech SpecialIn a tech-focused special this week, we spotlight the factors driving global tech layoffs, consumer attitudes to AI customer-service chatbots and hospitality businesses’ plans for AI/ML investment. Read More
