Deep Dive | September 5, 2022 Premium Ebook: Building Blocks of the MetaverseOur Building Blocks of the Metaverse Ebook explores eight core technological components of the retail metaverse and presents important details for retailers to know in establishing a presence and operating in the virtual space. We discuss AI, IoT, NFTs, cryptocurrencies, blockchain and more. Read More
Deep Dive | August 25, 2022 Premium 10 Trends in the Global Fast-Fashion MarketFast fashion is one of the fastest-growing markets in global apparel and footwear. We identify and analyze 10 trends, ranging from multiyear trends such as sustainability to emerging trends such as entry into the metaverse space. Read More
Insight Report | August 22, 2022 Register for Free Access How US Malls Can Embrace Digital Trends in RetailWe present the best path forward for mall operators, discuss the current state of US malls and shopping centers, and explore key shopper trends in the US. This free report is sponsored by Adeptmind. Read More
Deep Dive | August 17, 2022 Premium Experiential Retail in Sportswear: Driving In-Store and Online Shopper EngagementWe assess the recent rise of experiential retail and innovations in the global sportswear market—with a focus on enhancing customers’ online and in-store experience. We also analyze how retailers and brand owners are reaping benefits through these innovations. Read More
Deep Dive | August 12, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: US Convenience Store Retailing—Changing Dynamics and Consumer ShiftsIn this Market Outlook, we discuss the US convenience store sector, presenting our market sizing estimates for 2022 and beyond. We explore notable market factors, the competitive landscape, themes and retail innovators. Read More
Deep Dive | August 9, 2022 Premium US Grocery: Private Labels Rebound as Inflation RagesWith grocery inflation taking a toll on US consumers’ finances, many are turning to private labels as they prioritize value over name recognition. We explore five key trends in the US grocery private-label market. Read More
Deep Dive | August 8, 2022 Premium BEST Framework—A New Era in Retail ExcellenceWe relaunch our proprietary BEST framework to help retailers achieve excellence by taking a consumer-centric approach to physical and digital retail via brand building, experiences, services and technology integration. Read More
Deep Dive | August 4, 2022 Premium US Back to School 2022: Top Categories and Apparel BrandsContinuing our US Back to School 2022 series, we analyze the categories and clothing, accessories and footwear brands that US consumers look set to shop this season. We identify spending expectations across multiple product categories by school level and income group, leveraging findings from a proprietary survey of US consumers. Read More
Market Outlook | August 1, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: US Grocery—Surging Inflation Disrupts Grocery RetailIn this Market Outlook, we discuss US grocery, presenting our market sizing estimates for 2022 and beyond. We explore notable market factors, e-commerce growth, the competitive landscape and retail innovators. Read More
Deep Dive | July 28, 2022 Premium Retail Innovators: Tech—AI/ML SolutionsAs part of our Retail Innovators series, we examine how five companies—Impact Analytics, Persado, Prevedere, SoftWear Automation and Standard AI—are disrupting the retail market with AI/ML (artificial intelligence/machine learning) technology innovations. Read More
Deep Dive | July 26, 2022 Premium Head-to-Head in US Department Store Retailing: Kohl’s vs. Macy’sWe analyze the two leading US department stores, Kohl’s and Macy’s, by revenues, store portfolios, digital sales, product diversification, shopper profiles, consumer purchasing patterns, inflation impacts and innovations. Read More
Deep Dive | July 25, 2022 Premium Playbook: Beauty in the Metaverse—Four Strategies for Success in the Virtual WorldIn this Playbook, we outline four key ways in which beauty brands and retailers can begin participating in the metaverse. Read More
Deep Dive | July 22, 2022 Premium Head-to-Head in China’s Sportswear Market: Anta vs. Li-NingAnta and Li-Ning are the two largest sportswear brand owners in China. In this Head-to-Head report, we compare the two companies’ revenues as well as brand positioning, sales channels and key strategies Read More
Deep Dive | July 21, 2022 Premium China Livestreaming E-Commerce Survey 2022: Value and Brand Trust Are Key in Live-Video ShoppingWe present insights into the current state of the livestreaming market in China, based on findings from a proprietary consumer survey. We explore the use of livestream shopping, popular platforms, categories and formats, consumer spending behaviors and more. Read More
Deep Dive | July 19, 2022 Premium Influencer Marketing in Luxury: Video-First and VirtualWe discuss how luxury brands can use influencers to drive sales, what younger consumer audiences seek and the future of luxury influencer marketing. Read More
