Insight Report | July 28, 2022 Premium Supply Chain Briefing: Freight Rates Abate but Domestic Distribution Doubts AriseWe examine the stabilizing of international freight rates, continued challenges within the domestic US distribution chain and the broader impact of the G7 nations’ forthcoming ban on Russian gold. Read More
Deep Dive | July 27, 2022 Premium Think Tank: US BOPIS, Curbside Pickup and Smart Lockers Are Reshaping Omnichannel RetailThis Think Tank analyzes how BOPIS (buy online, pick up in-store), curbside pickup and smart lockers are reshaping omnichannel retail. Our survey data reveal insights into the use of home delivery versus collection services for online order fulfillment. Read More
Deep Dive | July 26, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: What Consumers Didn’t Do This Week Could Help Ease InflationSummer travel may have peaked, helping reduce pressure on gas prices. Our US Consumer Tracker survey analysis presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail. Read More
Insight Report | July 25, 2022 Premium June 2022 UK Retail Sales: Deepest Volume Declines in 30+ YearsIn June 2022, UK retail sales volumes fell 5.9% year over year while values grew 1.7%. Online sales declined by 9.7%. We analyze retail sales, in total and by sector, as well as online sales penetration. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 24, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Amazon’s Journey to Omnichannel as It Consolidates Grocery Around Amazon FreshThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses Amazon’s consolidation of grocery around Amazon Fresh. Read More
Store Tracker | July 22, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 29: US Store Closures Down 58% 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 Amazon, Foodtown and Louis Vuitton in the US and HMV, JD Sports and Mango, among others, in the UK. Read More
Infographic | July 21, 2022 Register for Free Access China vs. US—Livestreaming E-Commerce Adoption: InfographicOur survey-based analysis explores the current state of the livestreaming markets in China and the US, covering the use of livestream shopping, popular platforms, categories and formats, consumer spending behaviors and more. We present selected key findings in this free infographic. Read More
Deep Dive | July 21, 2022 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Mass CustomizationMass customization enables brands and retailers to offer certain made-to-order features while maintaining costs closer to those of mass-produced goods. We present selected startups globally whose technology solutions support retailers in implementing mass customization. Read More
Deep Dive | July 20, 2022 Premium 10 Trends in Global BeautyConsumer expectations around beauty products and brands continue to evolve, and the sector must keep pace to capitalize on new opportunities. We present 10 trends that are impacting the global beauty market and identify strategies for beauty brands and retailers to best capitalize on momentum in each area. Read More
Event Coverage | July 19, 2022 Premium The Lead Innovation Summit: The Retail World of Tomorrow—Adaptive Retail, DTC, Livestreaming, NFTs and MoreOn July 12 and 13, 2022, The Lead brought together retailers for its Innovation Summit in New York. Coresight Research moderated a panel on livestreaming, interviewed Christina Rapsomanikis of Coty and gleaned key insights from many other presentations. Read More
Insight Report | July 19, 2022 Premium June 2022 China Retail Sales: Total Sales Rebound; Almost All Sectors Report Positive GrowthWe review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in June 2022, year-over-year sales grew 3.9%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Deep Dive | July 19, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers Settle into SummerShoppers are settling into the summer, with the avoidance rate remaining steady for public places overall. Our US Consumer Tracker survey analysis presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail. Read More
Insight Report | July 19, 2022 Premium Amazon Prime Day 2022: Inflation-Impacted Trends in Amazon’s c.$9 Billion Shopping FestivalFollowing Amazon’s Prime Day on July 12–13, 2022, we discuss key trends and metrics from the global event, presenting early estimates into the scale of Prime Day 2022. Read More
Insight Report | July 18, 2022 Premium June 2022 US Retail Sales: Record-Low Consumer Sentiment Not Reflected in Sales GrowthJune 2022 US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by 5.6% year over year as consumer sentiment dropped to an all-time low. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at how different retail sectors performed and which saw declines. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 17, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: The C-Suite Revolving Door Is Picking Up SpeedThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the major C-suite shifts currently under way in retail. Read More
