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The Future Model of US Department Stores

With the rise in e-commerce amid pandemic-led disruption, the transformation of the department store model will be pivotal to the future success of the sector. We explore potential shifts in the sector based on five key trends that we have identified across physical and digital retail channels—covering experimental formats, specialized stores, endless aisle inventory, new partnership models and stores as fulfillment hubs.

Coresight Research x CEW: Innovations in Beauty Retail—How Brands and Retailers Are Reimagining the Store Post Crisis

Beauty brands and retailers need to rethink how they can entice consumers back to brick-and-mortar locations in a post-crisis world. Together with CEW, we discuss how beauty brands globally are launching innovative store formats and turning to technology to offer convenience, increase sales and drive consumer excitement. In this free report, we present examples from L’Oréal, MAC Cosmetics, Shiseido, Tom Ford and more.

IPOs in Retail: Strong Growth Opportunities in the US and the UK

There has been a significant rise in retail and consumer goods initial public offerings (IPOs) in the US and the UK in 2020 and the first half of 2021. We explore the opportunities and challenges facing private retailers and brand owners seeking to enter public markets via IPOs. We also discuss the aftermarket performance of recently completed IPOs and notable developments in the pipeline for 2021.

10 Trends in US CPG

US CPG companies have increasingly adopted advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, amid pandemic-led disruption. In this free report, sponsored by Prevedere, we analyze 10 key trends impacting the US CPG industry that are being driven by such technologies—covering sustainability, demand forecasting, digital shelf optimization and more.

Playbook: Evolving the Last Mile in the US

In this Playbook, we present four key strategies that US retailers can adopt to gain a competitive advantage in the last mile, covering in-house logistics infrastructure, returns, sustainability, and technology for BOPIS and curbside pickup.

Innovator Intelligence: Why Retail Needs To Revisit SEO

The pandemic-driven surge in e-commerce and the tightening of marketing budgets present an opportunity for retailers to review their search engine optimization (SEO) strategies. In this free report, sponsored by Botify, we analyze the key industry trends driving the need for SEO reconsideration in retail and discuss the importance and benefits of organic search. We also explore the Botify enterprise SEO platform, which can help retailers uncover SEO opportunities to derive real business value.

Coresight Research x January Digital: A Year of Agility—What Post-ish Covid-19 Consumer Behavior Looks Like Right Now

After one of the most turbulent years in retail history, 2021 is poised to again be defined by rapid shifts in consumer behavior in the second half of the year. In partnership with strategic consulting and media firm January Digital, we explore how US consumer habits and priorities are continuing to evolve, underscoring the need for agility in retail.

US Consumer Tracker: Spending Plans for Memorial Day Amid Record-Low Avoidance of Public Places

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we discuss consumers’ spending plans for Memorial Day this year. We also present findings on where, how and how much consumers are shopping, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks.

US Online Grocery Survey 2021: Post-Surge Prospects

Our fourth annual online grocery survey explores the development of US online grocery shoppers’ behavior and preferences, with a focus on the impact of Covid-19. We explore how many shoppers are buying food and essentials online, how much they purchase online and which retailers they are buying from, among other findings.

US Store Tracker Extra, April 2021: Openings To Result in 50 Million Square Feet of New Retail Space This Year

The US Store Tracker Extra monthly series offers insight into retailers’ store closure and opening announcements. We include details on closures and openings as a percentage of total store base as well as square-footage impact. This report also offers a comparison between year-to-date announced closures and openings, as of April 30, 2021, versus the comparable period in 2020.

The Age of Precision Category Management: Hyper-Localized Assortment Optimization Using Advanced Technologies

In order to meet customer demand and expectations, it is essential for CPG companies and retailers to carry the right product assortment. In this report, sponsored by HIVERY, we discuss how CPG companies and retailers can achieve the goal of customer-centricity through the hyper-localization of assortment. We consider challenges in using data and assortment planning, as well as the skills required to succeed in retail category management.