Store Tracker | May 27, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 21: US Store Openings Up 6% 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 Allsup’s, L.L. Bean and Wegmans in the US and Geek Retreat, House of Fraser and Savers in the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | May 27, 2022 Premium Retail Innovators: CPG Sustainability InnovationsAs part of our Retail Innovators series, we examine how five companies—by Humankind, Calyxia, Med-X, MyForestFoods and waterdrop—are disrupting various categories of the CPG market. Read More
Deep Dive | May 26, 2022 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Returns ManagementWhile handling returns efficiently is one of retail’s costliest and most cumbersome tasks, technology innovations can help to overcome this operational challenge. We present selected startups globally offering innovative solutions for brands and retailers in returns management. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | May 26, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Global Luxury—Digitalization and Localization To Drive Market GrowthIn our most recent Market Outlook, we examine the scale, composition and trajectory of the global personal luxury market, discuss the factors driving its growth and cover market themes we are watching. Read More
Insight Report | May 25, 2022 Register for Free Access US CPG Sales Tracker: Online CPG Sales Growth Passes 20%The Coresight Research and IRI monthly US CPG Sales Tracker provides our data-driven insights into online sales trends in the US CPG industry—covering the product categories of food & beverage; health & beauty; and general merchandise & homecare. In this free report, we present five key insights from the four weeks ended April 17, 2022. Read More
Deep Dive | May 25, 2022 Premium The Rise of Experiential Retail in India: Driving Consumer Engagement in Physical StoresBrick-and-mortar stores should turn to experiential retail—leveraging technologies, in-store events, immersive experiences, unique services and store associates—to bring shoppers back to stores and increase consumer engagement. We look at the rise of experiential retail in India and the benefits of this marketing strategy. Read More
Insight Report | May 24, 2022 Premium May 2022 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in April 2022, we saw UK retail sales growth losing momentum, stronger-than-expect retail sales growth the US and total retail sales continue to decline in China. We assess these trends and consider wage growth and food and fuel prices in these three markets. Read More
Deep Dive | May 24, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: In-Store Spending Falters as Avoidance Rises Once MoreIn-store shopping is already feeling the impact of rising Covid-19 cases. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Deep Dive | May 23, 2022 Premium Head-to-Head in European Online Apparel Retailing: ASOS vs. ZalandoWe analyze leading European online apparel companies ASOS and Zalando, covering their business models; fast-fashion positioning and pricing strategies; financial metrics, including revenue growth, operating margins, marketing and fulfillment cost ratios; shopper profiles; automation and data-driven strategies; strategic partnerships and sustainable initiatives. Read More
Insight Report | May 23, 2022 Premium Are NFTs a Game Changer in Retail Supply Chains?Although the metaverse is expanding exponentially, with non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and blockchain technology making further inroads into retail, the application NFT technology within retail supply chains is still nascent. We discuss how NFTs can improve supply chain traceability, enhance authentication and boost security. Read More
Analyst Corner | May 22, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Are the Wheels Coming Off Big Tech?This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the latest in the world of big tech. Read More
Store Tracker | May 20, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 20: US Store Closures Down by Two-Thirds 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 Ahold Delhaize, Best Buy and Cotton On in the US and Angling Direct, Dune London and The Food Warehouse in the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | May 20, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Apparel Specialty Retail—US and UK Revivals To Outpace Lockdown-Hit ChinaWe analyze apparel and footwear specialty retail with a focus on the US, the UK and China. Our report includes five key growth drivers, leading companies, store numbers and more. Read More
Deep Dive | May 19, 2022 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Customer Loyalty ProgramsCustomer loyalty programs are an effective way for brands and retailers to increase customer lifetime value and thus enhance the top line and achieve sustainable growth. We present selected startups globally offering innovative solutions for brands’ and retailers’ customer loyalty programs. Read More
Insight Report | May 19, 2022 Premium India Retail Insights: Exploring India’s Latest Super App and the Wider Super-App EcosystemWe examine India’s latest super app, Tata Neu, covering its core offerings, loyalty-building features and plans for growth, as well as consumer’s reactions on the app’s launch day. We also discuss India’s super-app ecosystem as a whole. Read More