Insight Report | July 13, 2023 Premium Supply Chain Optimization with Web3: Unlocking the Potential of Intelligent RetailHow can Web3 provide more agility and resilience to drive efficiency and profitability in the retail supply chain under today’s evolving industry pressures? We discuss the supply chain challenges currently facing retailers and the benefits of Web3 in tackling them. We also present notable technology providers whose solutions can support companies in creating a connected, intelligent retail supply chain. Read More
Deep Dive | July 12, 2023 Premium Maximizing Growth Potential in DTC: Four Tech-Driven Strategies for Direct-to-Consumer Businesses To Scale and SucceedSelling directly offers multiple advantages, but how can brands succeed in the DTC (direct-to-consumer) channel? We discuss the challenges they must overcome and present four technology-driven strategies for brands to scale their DTC businesses effectively, spanning marketing, the consumer journey, supply chain management and immersive customer experiences. Read More
Event Presentation | July 11, 2023 Premium Powering the Retail Revolution: Insights Presented at RetailNext Executive Forum 2023On June 1, 2023, Coresight Research presented at the RetailNext Executive Forum on key retail innovation themes, covering AI (artificial intelligence), retail media, Web3, social commerce and more. In this presentation, we highlight frameworks for retailers to assess the opportunities that new technologies offer and develop roadmaps for their implementation. Read More
Insight Report | July 11, 2023 Premium China’s 6.18 Shopping Festival 2023: Livestreaming and International Brands Attract ShoppersLivestreaming and international brands attracted shoppers during China’s 6.18 shopping festival 2023. We discuss these trends and look at key performance results from Alibaba, JD.com and other notable participants in this year’s event. We also analyze proprietary survey findings to assess 6.18 participation and spending among Chinese consumers. Read More
Deep Dive | July 10, 2023 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail AnalyticsHow can retailers harness the power of data to drive sales and enhance operational efficiency? We present selected technology providers globally whose solutions are helping retailers to build and optimize their analytics capabilities, covering customer behavior analysis, demand forecasting, pricing optimization and more. Read More
Deep Dive | July 10, 2023 Premium Retail-Related Activities Increase: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumers behavior is shifting in China. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 9, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: The Checkout Process Continues To Evolve and Reduce FrictionThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses key technologies that are driving the evolution of the checkout process in online and offline retail. Read More
Insight Report | July 7, 2023 Premium Predictive Analytics in Retail: Enabling the Next Generation of Retail ManagementWe explore the future of predictive analytics in retail, which are transforming the retail industry by enabling data-driven decision-making, elevating customer experiences and transforming supply chain management. Read More
Deep Dive | July 6, 2023 Premium US Back to School 2023: Channels and Retailers—Who Is Set To Capture Share?Continuing our coverage of the US back-to-school (BTS) retail season, we discuss the channels and retailers that consumers look set to shop this year, analyzing findings from a proprietary survey of US consumers. Read More
Deep Dive | July 3, 2023 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Checkout SolutionsCheckout technologies have evolved to enhance customer convenience, streamline operations and improve sales performance. We present selected companies globally whose technology solutions are helping retailers to build and optimize their checkout capabilities, both online and offline. Read More
Insight Report | July 3, 2023 Premium The Evolution of Checkout: Trends and Innovations for a Seamless Shopping ExperienceWe explore the future of in-store and online checkouts and payments in the retail industry, which are being transformed by evolving technologies and changing consumer expectations. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 2, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: It’s the Season for… Looking Ahead to Retail OpportunitiesThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” looks ahead to an abundance of shopping events in the US—covering July 4, Amazon’s Prime Day, back to school and the holiday season, drawing on exclusive Coresight Research data and findings. Read More
Store Tracker | June 30, 2023 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 26: Walgreens Boots Alliance Drives Closures on Both Sides of the AtlanticOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Walgreens Boots Alliance and Claire’s, among others. Read More
Insight Report | June 29, 2023 Premium Holiday 2023: Early US Retail OutlookWe launch our coverage of the 2023 holiday season in US retail with an early look at the likely trajectory in retail demand in the end-of-year peak. We present our retail sales growth projections and discuss consumer sentiment, inflation, inventory and more. Read More
Insight Report | June 29, 2023 Premium June 2023 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaOur Monthly Consumer Update analyzes key consumer indicators from the US, the UK and China. We examine the latest data as of June 2023, covering inflation, earnings, retail sales and more. Read More