Insight Report | March 17, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: aiphrodite.ai Revolutionizes Ad Testing in Marketing with AI PersonasAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present aiphrodite.ai, which is using AI (artificial intelligence) personas and neuroscience to predict the success of an ad, saving time and costs in marketing. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium February 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Accelerates—Electronics Stores Rebound; Nonstore Retailers See Strong GrowthIn February 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by over 5% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Legislative Momentum Grows and New Tech Solutions Emerge To Tackle TheftContinuing our regular series on retail shrink and organized retail crime (ORC), we focus this month on developments from the US and the UK. We discuss recent legislative changes and proposals, reported metrics on the prevalence of retail crime, and news about loss-prevention technologies. Plus, discover US consumer attitudes to theft and prevention measures in retail, as well as recent retailer commentary on shrink. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium Data Dive: The Global Obesity Economy—Shaped by the Spending of 1 Billion ConsumersWorldwide, 1 billion people are now obese, according to a new study in medical journal The Lancet. We review the findings from that study and offer quantification of various aspects of the global “obesity economy.” Read More
Insight Report | March 13, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q23, Week 6: BJ’s, JD.com, Ross and Others Record Strong Performances; Big Lots and Kroger Witness DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended March 10, 2024, including American Eagle Outfitters, BJ’s Warehouse Club, Burlington Stores, Foot Locker, JD.com, Kroger, Nordstrom and Target, among others. Read More
Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Premium Generative AI Latest: The Copilots Are Now Flying the PlaneContinuing our Generative AI Latest series, we present recent announcements in the GenAI (generative artificial intelligence) space globally—including new applications and infrastructure, and the launch of new GenAI copilots with advanced capabilities. Read More
Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Two Boxes Enables Efficient, Intelligent and Environmentally Friendly Returns ManagementAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Two Boxes, which is streamlining retail returns operations through strategic partnerships with third-party logistics providers, with a focus on environmental sustainability. Read More
Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Tare Elevates Email Marketing with the Power of AIEnter a 150 character summary description of the report which will be displayed on the website as a teaser for the report.As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Tare, whose AI (artificial intelligence)-powered email marketing platform features automated image generation, customer segmentation and more. Read More
Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Premium Data Dive: Global Tech Layoffs—Cyclical or Structural?We review data on layoffs in the global technology industry and pose the question of whether workforce reductions are cyclical, due to a slower economic cycle and a reaction to pandemic-era expansion, or structural, amid the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI). Read More
Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Node Makes Guest Users Loyal CustomersAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Node, whose commerce platform allows merchants and consumers to interact with each other without the need for sign-up or any servers, facilitating a frictionless customer experience. Read More
Insight Report | March 6, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: PSYKHE AI Accurately Predicts Purchasing Behavior Using Deep-Learning ModelsAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present PSYKHE AI, which leverages deep learning to accurately predict consumer purchasing behavior, optimizing product discovery and enhancing sales potential for retailers. Read More
Insight Report | March 6, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Primis Enhances the Post-Purchase Journey for Brands and CustomersAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Primis, whose tailored and sustainable strategies are helping e-commerce brands elevate the post-purchase experience to cultivate brand loyalty. Read More
Insight Report | March 6, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Portless Streamlines Cross-Border Logistics with Direct Shipping SolutionsAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Portless, whose direct shipping solutions simplify cross-border logistics for e-commerce brands. Read More
Insight Report | March 6, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q23, Week 5: Bath & Body Works, TJX Companies and Urban Outfitters See Sales Growth; Best Buy, Lowe’s and Others See Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended March 3, 2024, including Bath & Body Works, Carter’s, Lowe’s and Macy’s. Read More
Insight Report | March 5, 2024 Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Raleon’s AI-Powered Solution Optimizes Loyalty Programs To Enhance Customer EngagementAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Raleon, whose AI (artificial intelligence)-powered solution enables merchants to optimize their loyalty programs and enhance customer engagement. Read More