Insight Report | May 29, 2020 Premium April 2020 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in April 2020, it is clear that the month saw the worst impact of the coronavirus in the US and the UK, while China experienced a small rebound. Read More
Store Tracker | May 29, 2020 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 22: L Brands To Close StoresOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from L Brands and The TJX Companies in the US. Read More
Insight Report | May 27, 2020 Premium 2020 Tax Tracker, Week 16: Tax Filings Down, IRS Issues $258 Billion in Economic Impact PaymentsAs of week 16 of the US tax refund season, the IRS has reported that the number of returns filed was down year over year, as was the total number of refunds issued. Economic Impact Payments totaled more than $258 billion, with the highest number of stimulus payments going to California. Read More
Question of the Week | May 25, 2020 Free Report How Has the Coronavirus Pandemic Impacted Chinese Tourists’ Travel Plans?QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How Has the Coronavirus Pandemic Impacted Chinese Tourists’ Travel Plans? Read More
Deep Dive | May 25, 2020 Premium Coronavirus Insights: US Survey Update—Consumers Remain Cautious and Selective Toward Post-Lockdown Activities (Full Report)Our latest survey report provides a detailed updated on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations amid the coronavirus crisis, with a focus on the implications for retail. We discuss shoppers’ expectations for the period after lockdowns end, including what they expect to do in the month after lockdowns end. Our consumer survey was undertaken on May 20. Read More
Flash Report | May 25, 2020 Register for Free Access Coronavirus Insights: US Survey Update—Consumers Remain Cautious and Selective Toward Post-Lockdown Activities (Select Findings)This free report features select findings from our US consumer survey, undertaken on May 20, which asked respondents about their behavior, sentiment and expectations amid the coronavirus crisis. Read More
Store Tracker | May 22, 2020 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 21: JCPenney Files for Bankruptcy; Pier 1 Imports To LiquidateOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from JCPenney, Nordstrom and Pier 1 Imports in the US and Antler and Johnson Shoes Company in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | May 21, 2020 Premium US and China Quarterly Economic Update: Coronavirus Inflicted Economic Harm to Both Countries in 1Q20Recently released data from the US and China show both economies being impacted by the global coronavirus pandemic in the first quarter of 2020. US GDP declined to the lowest level since the Global Recession in 2008, and China’s GDP contracted for the first time in nearly 30 years. Furthermore, due to the Covid-19 crisis, industrial output in both nations fell significantly. Read More
Insight Report | May 21, 2020 Premium Contactless Payment Options Continue To Gain Acceptance, Spurred by NecessitySince the outbreak of the coronavirus, many businesses have ceased accepting cash as payment in order to minimize contact and thus reduce the risk of spreading the virus. We discuss recent developments in mobile payment technologies, the adoption of which is being driven by changing consumer expectations in the current environment. Read More
Insight Report | May 20, 2020 Premium Global Tourism: China’s Travelers Set To Pivot to Domestic Tourism, Coresight Research Survey ConfirmsAs part of our quarterly Global Tourism series—which discusses domestic and international tourism themes and trends—we explore how the coronavirus crisis has impacted the behaviors and plans of Chinese travelers, based on key findings from our recent proprietary survey. Read More
Deep Dive | May 19, 2020 Premium Retail Innovators: Beauty Brands and RetailersThe Coresight Research Retail Innovators series examines how key players and startups are disrupting different retail sectors. In this report, we focus on five innovators in the beauty market: Beautycounter, Glossier, Madison Reed, Nykaa and Perfect Diary. We discuss these industry players in the context of changing consumer demand in the beauty sector, including the influence of social commerce and a heightened emphasis on clean beauty and sustainability. Read More
Insight Report | May 19, 2020 Premium Consumer Tech Briefing: Augmented Reality Boosts Consumer Engagement during Coronavirus LockdownsEach month, our Consumer Tech Briefing series discusses recent developments in the world of technology. This month, we look at the role of augmented reality in new product launches, which is enabling retailers to stay connected with consumers during coronavirus lockdowns and prepare for the post-crisis retail environment. Read More
Insight Report | May 15, 2020 Premium Coronavirus Insights: US Drugstore Chains and Big-Box Pharmacy Retailers Roll Out Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing SitesAs some US states begin to reopen businesses and lift stay-at-home orders, the need for increased testing has become a focal point to slow the spread of the coronavirus. We discuss how the concept of drive-thru testing is undergoing mass expansion across the nation, due to the efforts of drugstore chains and pharmacy retailers. Read More
Insight Report | May 14, 2020 Premium Coronavirus Insights: Three Post-Lockdown Consumer Trends in ChinaCoronavirus-related lockdowns have impacted consumption behavior around the world. As China emerges from the crisis, we identify three areas of altered consumer behavior that we expect to impact future spending patterns—including omnichannel experiences and group buying. Read More
Deep Dive | May 13, 2020 Premium Operating in a Post-Coronavirus World: How Indian Retailers Can Navigate the Road to RecoveryThe 2020 coronavirus pandemic has seen the Indian government impose restrictions to curb the spread of the virus. We discuss the wide-ranging impacts of the ongoing lockdown on India’s retail sector and explore how retailers have responded to the crisis. In addition to examining the challenges that lie ahead, we present a three-pronged approach for retailers to survive the post-coronavirus recovery period and emerge stronger. Read More
