November 25, 2021 Market Navigators/Market Outlook Premium Market Outlook: UK Grocery Retailers—Pandemic Creates Opportunities for Instant Commerce ChannelThe UK grocery sector has been one of the major beneficiaries of the shift in behaviors amid the pandemic. In this Market Outlook, we present our expectations for market growth in 2021 and 2022, as well as growth drivers and challenges, a competitive landscape and key themes in UK grocery.
November 24, 2021 Deep Dive Premium US Apparel and Footwear Distribution: Winning and Losing Channels Amid Market UpheavalUS apparel brands and retailers are altering the way they sell to consumers. We discuss the performance of key sales channels and major players in the US apparel and footwear market, covering department stores, mass merchandisers and warehouse clubs, online-only retailers, and specialty retailers.
November 23, 2021 Deep Dive Premium Playbook: How Retailers Can Capitalize on Opportunities in M&A and SPACsIn this Playbook, we present four key strategies for global retail players to capitalize on growth opportunities in traditional M&A (mergers and acquisitions) and SPACs (special purpose acquisitions companies).
November 22, 2021 Deep Dive Free Report Rethinking Product Sampling: Are Retailers and CPG Brands Doing It Right?Product sampling is a common and effective way to raise awareness of newly launched products and prompt reconsideration of established brands. Leveraging proprietary survey data, we explore the challenges that retailers and CPG brands are facing, the pain points and benefits of product sampling and the future of the space. This free report is sponsored by Freeosk.
November 19, 2021 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 46: US Store Closures Down 39% Year over YearOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Daiso Japan, Giant Food and Kmart in the US and Amazon, The Food Warehouse and Yours Clothing in the UK.
November 18, 2021 Deep Dive Premium Food Insecurity in the US: Five Key TrendsThe Covid-19 pandemic has led to a severe and widespread increase in food insecurity—a lack of consistent access to enough food to lead an active, healthy life—affecting vulnerable households. We explore the prevalence of food insecurity in the US, and key trends by region, race and benefits.
November 16, 2021 Insight Report Premium Singles’ Day 2021: Making an Impact Around the WorldAs part of our coverage of Singles’ Day 2021, we look at participation in the shopping festival by retailers around the world—outside of Mainland China—and present examples of the promotions offered around November 11.
November 15, 2021 Deep Dive Premium 10 Trends in Global LuxuryAfter so much disruption in 2020 amid the pandemic, 2021 is proving to be a year of change and recovery for the luxury sector. We present 10 key luxury trends and identify strategies for brands and retailers to best capitalize on momentum in each area in 2021 and beyond.
November 12, 2021 Insight Report Premium Singles’ Day 2021 Early Observations as Sales Total $139 BillionWe provide an early review of the successes and initiatives among China’s major e-commerce companies during this year’s Singles’ Day shopping festival. We explore the key initiatives they used to drive sales, including focusing on sustainability and augmented reality (AR) and AI-driven technologies.
November 12, 2021 Deep Dive Premium Last-Mile Transformation: Agility and Efficiency Take PriorityContinuing our series titled The New Age of Customer-First Supply Chains, we explore how retailers can reshape the last mile to be more agile, efficient and responsive to consumer demand. We cover last-mile transformation strategies including dark stores, delivery platforms, micro-fulfillment centers, BOPIS and more.
November 11, 2021 Deep Dive Premium US Off-Pricers Face Heightened CompetitionUS off-price retailers are facing greater competition than ever for price-sensitive consumers. We discuss how the competition is shaping up across both online and offline channels.
November 10, 2021 Insight Report Premium Digital Retail Media—a New Opportunity for US GroceryThe grocery e-commerce platforms that US consumers turned to in 2020 now present a significant opportunity for retailers, even as consumers return to stores. We examine the retail media strategies grocery retailers are pursuing, and where they will lead.
November 9, 2021 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 3Q21, Week 2: Hanesbrands, Under Armour and Estée Lauder Post Strong Sales Growth; Capri Sees Slow RecoveryOverall, apparel and footwear brand owners witnessed substantial recovery, while Capri Holdings reported a slow recovery. Read Coresight Research’s weekly Earnings Insights reports for highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report third-quarter 2021 earnings.
November 5, 2021 Insight Report Free Report From Quick Commerce to Instant Needs: Exploring Business Models in Rapid DeliveryThe online grocery boom in 2020 supported the emergence of a micro-industry of instant-needs players. We explore the spectrum of business models in the quick-commerce retail space and explore business model differences and economics. We also discuss key players in the market.
November 4, 2021 Insight Report Premium How Amazon Is Doubling Down on the US Grocery Market OpportunityAmazon has been making significant investments in the grocery channel to carve a meaningful share in the US grocery market. We present four key strategies that the e-commerce giant is using to fulfill its grocery ambitions.