Deep Dive | September 8, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra: Inflation-Mitigation Behaviors Trickle Up to Affluent ShoppersAs inflation-mitigation behaviors trickle up to more affluent consumers, we examine consumer responses to inflation broken down by income band, based on exclusive Coresight Research data. Our US Consumer Tracker Extra provides a deeper dive into longer-term trends revealed by our weekly survey data. Read More
Innovator Profile | September 8, 2022 Free Report Innovator Profile: Jupiter Bridges the Gap Between Social Commerce and Grocery DeliveryAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Jupiter, a creator-driven recipe and grocery shopping platform. Read More
Innovator Profile | September 7, 2022 Free Report Innovator Profile: Pipedream Labs Envisions Quick Commerce via Underground Delivery NetworksAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Pipedream Labs, developer of an underground delivery network aimed at delivering instant-needs goods rapidly using robots. Read More
Deep Dive | September 6, 2022 Premium Instant Commerce: Rapid Delivery Players Reorient in Profitability PushUS instant commerce players face a challenging environment in the next six to 12 months amid a tightening investment climate. We discuss key challenges that instant commerce companies are facing in the US and the steps they are taking to build more profitable businesses. Read More
Store Tracker | September 6, 2022 Databank Members US Store Tracker Extra, August 2022: Retailers To Close 31 Million Square Feet of Retail Space in 2022The 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 August 26, 2022, versus the comparable period in 2021. Read More
Innovator Profile | September 6, 2022 Free Report Innovator Profile: Lucky Labs Brings Brands and Retailers Together To Enable Omnichannel FulfillmentAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Lucky Labs, developer of an online marketing platform that enables online brands to offer same-day fulfillment and in-store pickup through local retailers. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | September 6, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Emerging Markets—Localization To Boost Luxury RetailingIn this Market Outlook, we examine the market size and trajectory of the personal luxury goods market in several emerging regions. We also explore the major factors impacting these markets, their competitive landscape and market themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond. Read More
Deep Dive | September 6, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Late-Summer Shopping TrendsThe winding down of the back-to-school shopping season, the coming Labor Day holiday and other natural summertime factors, such as consumers’ vacations, contribute to a mixed picture this week. Our US Consumer Tracker presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail. Read More
Innovator Profile | September 5, 2022 Free Report Innovator Profile: Lula Delivery Helps Small Businesses Digitalize Their Inventory and Reach Online ShoppersAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Lula Delivery, a retail delivery platform that helps retailers to digitalize inventory, reach online shoppers and optimize the last mile by aggregating existing delivery services. Read More
Deep Dive | September 5, 2022 Premium August 2022 US Housing Market Indicators: Housing Affordability Slumps with Major Decline in New Home SalesWe examine nine indicators to assess the health of the US housing market. The most recent data show a major decline in new home sales along with a collapse in housing affordability. Read More
Insight Report | September 5, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 2Q22, Week 6: Five Below and Lululemon Report Strong Results; Best Buy, Big Lots, PVH and Signet Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week includes coverage of companies such as Best Buy, Big Lots, Five Below and Lululemon Athletics, among others. Read More
Analyst Corner | September 4, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Outlooks for Retailing in China and IndiaThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses our new research on retailing in China and India and discusses key contrasts between these two markets. Read More
Insight Report | September 2, 2022 Premium Why Now for YNAP? Farfetch’s Acquisition of YOOX Net-A-Porter Group Empowers Richemont To Focus on Jewelry and WatchesCompagnie Financière Richemont sold over 50% of the YOOX Net-A-Porter Group (YNAP) to Farfetch, an online luxury retail platform, and Symphony Global, an investment vehicle of Mohamed Alabbar. We unpack the deal and discuss the implications. Read More
Store Tracker | September 2, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 35: US Store Closures Down 56% 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 Farm Stores, Dollar General and Gap Inc. among others, in the US and Deichmann, Lakeland and Superdrug, among others, in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | September 1, 2022 Premium Introducing the New Tech 20: The Global Retail-Tech Leaders in 2022 and BeyondWe present our updated Tech 20 focus list of the most important and influential retail technology companies that we believe our readers and subscribers should pay attention to. Read More
