March 3, 2022 Deep Dive Premium How US Consumers Are Shopping for Groceries: Analyzing Traffic, Ticket, E-Commerce, Private Label and Retail FoodserviceWe discuss five key ongoing consumer shopping trends in the US grocery market, using data sourced from IRI. We examine basket size and trip frequency, sales channels, price per unit, private labels and foodservice.
February 28, 2022 Deep Dive Register for Free Access The Secret to Fighting Inflation: Data-Driven Strategies for RetailersFocusing on the fast-moving consumer goods category (FMCG) in the US, we discuss the impact of the current inflationary environment on retailer processes and explore how retailers can deal with those pressures. This free report is sponsored by NielsenIQ.
February 18, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Head-to-Head in Discount Grocery Retail: Aldi vs. LidlAs part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare Aldi and Lidl, two major players in discount grocery retail. We provide insights into the two companies’ business strategies, brand usage, growth strategies, and e-commerce initiatives.
February 17, 2022 Deep Dive Premium IPOs in US and UK Retail: Online Retailers Maintain Strong Growth MomentumThe UK and the US saw a significant rise in retail IPOs (initial public offerings) in 2021. We explore recent aftermarket performance, detail upcoming IPOs and discuss the factors driving growth momentum in this area.
February 15, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Beauty at US Department Stores: Four Growth OpportunitiesBeauty comprises one of the smallest portfolio categories across major US department stores, representing huge opportunity for retailers to expand in this category. We analyze the performance of, and outlook for, beauty sales in department store retail and explore four key areas of growth for the category—covering live selling, inclusivity and more.
February 14, 2022 Deep Dive Premium US Denim Market: An Inflection Point for Jeans as Skinny’s Dominance FadesThe US denim market bounced back in 2021 from a double-digit decline in 2020 and we expect to see further growth in 2022. We discuss growth estimates as well as the market’s competitive landscape, major drivers and key trends.
February 7, 2022 Deep Dive Free Report Opportunities in Retail Returns: Driving Down Costs and Driving Up SustainabilityReturns are a significant and growing issue for retailers, substantially impacting revenues and costs, customer satisfaction and loyalty, as well as sustainability. We analyze the returns challenge in US retail and explore how retailers can best handle and mitigate returns. This free report is sponsored by SAP.
February 2, 2022 Deep Dive Free Report Headless Commerce: Part 2—Addressing Profitability Issues for Mid-Size E-Commerce PlayersMid-size retailers must take steps to maximize profitability in their e-commerce business. Leveraging proprietary US survey data, we explore the levers of profitability in e-commerce, why brands and retailers should capitalize on artificial intelligence, machine learning and predictive analytics, and how CaaS (commerce-as-a-service) can help improve profitability. This free report is sponsored by Nogin.
January 31, 2022 Deep Dive Free Report AI-Powered Language: A New Era of Enhanced Customer EngagementLeveraging proprietary survey data, we explore the use of advanced technologies in digital marketing—including AI-enabled solutions—to improve customer satisfaction and drive incremental value. This free report is sponsored by Persado.
January 26, 2022 Deep Dive Free Report Using Technology To Address Challenges in the Staffing of Hourly Frontline Workers in Retail and HospitalityLeveraging proprietary survey data, we explore the challenges that service-industry employers face in setting schedules for hourly frontline workers, and we discuss their future priorities and plans for staffing platforms. This free report is sponsored by Workday.
January 24, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Avoidance Begins To EaseIn this week’s US Consumer Tracker, we present consumer habits that suggest avoidance of public places in the face of Omicron is beginning to ease.
January 20, 2022 Store Tracker Databank Members US and UK Store Tracker Extra: Store Openings and Closures 2021 Review and 2022 OutlookWe review store closures and openings in the US and the UK for the full-year 2021—including breaking down the numbers by sector and key retailers. Additionally, we present our projections for US store closures and openings in 2022.
January 16, 2022 Deep Dive Register for Free Access Six Livestreaming Myths Debunked: How To Optimize US Livestreaming E-Commerce StrategiesWe debunk six myths about livestreaming e-commerce, presenting brands and retailers with critical insights into optimizing their digital transformation strategies to win in the US live-shopping space.
January 13, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Retail Innovators: High-Tech Enablers in the Global Luxury EcosystemAs part of our Retail Innovators series, we examine how five companies are disrupting the global luxury market—namely, Bolt Threads, Cosmose, Entrupy, Everledger and Savitude.
January 11, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Two-Thirds Avoiding Public Places; Dollar Tree Price-Hike ImpactOur latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Notably this week, amid the spread of the Omicron variant, over two-thirds of consumers are now avoiding public places. Dollar Tree also saw a meaningful decline in shoppers following its recent price hike.