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Event Presentation | February 22, 2024 Premium

Industry Insights: Decoding Shein and Temu

We present the fundamentals of Chinese e-commerce leaders Shein and Temu, covering their business models, supply chains and technologies. Explore the companies’ development timelines and uncover key insights into the factors driving their success. We also reveal 10 essential actions for retailers to take to rival Shein and Temu, spanning marketing, logistics and more.

Infographic | February 8, 2024 Premium

Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week

This week, we spotlight proprietary survey findings on US consumer behavior as well as recently announced store closures in the US.

Deep Dive | February 7, 2024 Databank Members

Consumers Dine Out at Record-High Rates: US Consumer Survey Insights

What are consumers doing and what are they buying? We discuss the shift to services in our latest update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 7, 2024 Databank Members

Seasonal Shopping, 1Q24—Expectations for Valentine’s Day, Easter and Presidents’ Day: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra

Will US consumers celebrate or spend on key shopping holidays in the first quarter of this year? This month’s US Consumer Survey Insights Extra—Seasonal Shopping report analyzes consumer expectations for Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day and Easter. We also provide a very early look ahead to the 2024 holiday season.

Deep Dive | January 30, 2024 Databank Members

Consumers Shift Spending Toward Essential Categories: US Consumer Survey Insights

We assess how consumers are reallocating their spending after the holiday season. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Infographic | January 11, 2024 Premium

Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week

This week, we spotlight key data points on the five forces we expect to shape US retail in 2024; proprietary survey data on US consumer confidence; and Zulily’s declining revenues and closure—and the implications for retail.

Deep Dive | December 28, 2023 Databank Members

Essentials Resilient While Select Discretionary Categories Experience Downturn: China Consumer Survey Insights

We assess Chinese consumers’ purchasing and avoidance habits and the implications for retail. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Deep Dive | December 26, 2023 Databank Members

Enclosed Malls Draw More Shoppers Amid Festive Season: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 52

We assess how where consumers are shopping for Holiday 2023. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | December 19, 2023 Databank Members

Consumers Report Financial Confidence Ahead of the Holiday Peak: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 51

We assess how consumer confidence is shifting as the holiday shopping peak nears. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | December 18, 2023 Databank Members

Consumers Pull Back from Public Places: China Consumer Survey Insights

We assess Chinese consumers’ increasing avoidance of public places and the implications for retail. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Deep Dive | December 18, 2023 Databank Members

Consumer Confidence During the Holiday Season—Analyzing Changes by Demographic: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra

We assess how consumer confidence in the US is evolving over the holiday season so far. This US Consumer Survey Insights Extra report takes a deeper dive into consumers’ expectations for their own finances and the economy as a whole, broken down by income and age group.

Deep Dive | December 14, 2023 Databank Members

Mass Merchandisers Gain from Cyber Monday: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 50

We assess the impact of Cyber Monday sales on shopper penetration rates. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | December 11, 2023 Databank Members

Consumer Sentiment Remains Low: China Consumer Survey Insights

We assess Chinese consumer sentiment and the implications for retail. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Research Digest | December 8, 2023 Premium

Insights Video: Exploring the Transformative Impact of Generative AI—Premium Subscriber Call

We dive into the transformative power of generative AI (artificial intelligence) in retail, including use cases and insights on the technology’s benefits. This Insights Video is an on-demand replay of our December 2023 Premium Subscriber Call.

Event Presentation | December 7, 2023 Premium

The Generative AI Playbook: Six Quick Wins Presented at the AI Summit New York 2023

Discover six strategies for brands and retailers to harness the power of generative AI (artificial intelligence). From accelerated product design to personalized digital marketing to enhanced employee productivity, we offer quick wins for retail companies to get ahead with this advanced technology. Read our full presentation from the AI Summit New York 2023.