Insight Report | July 19, 2023 Register for Free Access CommerceTech Power List 2023: Unveiling the Innovators Shaping the Future of RetailWe are thrilled to share the unveiling of the inaugural CommerceTech Power List 2023, which recognizes and celebrates exceptional, venture-backed innovators in the commerce and marketing tech space that are shaping the future of retail. Read More
Insight Report | July 19, 2023 Premium US and UK Retail Bankruptcies Latest, July 2023We provide an update on the latest retail bankruptcies in the US and the UK, including developments from Lunya, Rockport and Tuesday Morning. Read More
Insight Report | July 18, 2023 Premium June 2023 US Retail Sales: Higher Wages and Slower Inflation Drive Moderate Retail Sales GrowthIn June 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.2% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Deep Dive | July 18, 2023 Databank Members Amazon Shines Ahead of Prime Day: US Consumer Tracker 2023, Week 29We assess US consumer behavior ahead of Amazon’s Prime Day and amid slowing inflation. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | July 18, 2023 Premium Market Outlook: Department Stores in China—Consumer Shift Toward E-Commerce Squeezes SalesWe dive into the Chinese department stores sector—covering its size and competitive landscape, as well as factors and themes impacting its growth—to offer insights that can help relevant department stores, brands and retailers. Read More
Insight Report | July 17, 2023 Premium Carrefour To Acquire Cora and Match Banners in $1.2 Billion DealLouis Delhaize has agreed to sell its French banners, Cora and Match, to Carrefour for $1.2 billion. We discuss how this move will bolster the company’s position in the competitive French grocery retail sector. Read More
Deep Dive | July 17, 2023 Databank Members Avoidance Up, Activities Down: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumer behavior and activity is evolving since the 6.18 shopping festival. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 16, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Predictive Analytics Creates a Strong Foundation for Data-Driven Decision-Making in RetailThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses how AI (artificial intelligence)-powered predictive analytics is driving data-driven decision-making in retail. Read More
Store Tracker | July 14, 2023 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 28: Christmas Tree Shops Drives US ClosuresOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Christmas Tree Shops and Søstrene Grene, among others. Read More
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 US Back to School 2023: Top Categories and Apparel BrandsCompleting our coverage of the US back-to-school (BTS) retail season, we discuss the product categories and apparel brands that consumers look set to shop this year, analyzing findings from a proprietary survey of US consumers. 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 11, 2023 Databank Members Surprisingly Muted Fourth of July Build-Up: US Consumer Tracker 2023, Week 28We assess how US consumers spent and prepared ahead of the Fourth of July. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. 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 Databank Members 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
