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Insight Report | November 25, 2022 Premium

November 2022 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and China

Analyzing consumer demand in October 2022, retail sales growth slowed further in the US, the UK and China. Our Monthly Consumer Update assesses the leading indicators of the health of the consumer economy—wage growth, price changes and retail sales growth—in these three markets.

Store Tracker | November 25, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 47: US Closures Halve

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works and Best Buy among others, in the US and Co-op, Fabb Furniture and The Food Warehouse, among others, in the UK.

Free Data Graphic | November 24, 2022 Free Report

Coresight Bites: 100 Retail Companies, 10 Years—Exceptional Sales Growth

We present Coresight Bites: 100 Retail Companies, 10 Years—Exceptional Sales Growth

Insight Report | November 23, 2022 Premium

10.10 Shopping Festival 2022: 10 Key Takeaways

Coresight Research’s 10.10 Shopping Festival drew a global audience. We provide 10 takeaways, including consumers’ device preferences, peak traffic times, consumers’ interest in behind the scenes and food content, the clean beauty trend and more.

Deep Dive | November 23, 2022 Premium

Retail Innovators: Sustainability and Tech Enablers in the Luxury Ecosystem

As part of our Retail Innovators series, we present five companies that are disrupting the global luxury market, as well as their tailwinds, headwinds and impact on traditional market players.

Deep Dive | November 23, 2022 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail Crime Prevention

The need to tackle security-related challenges—from shoplifting-driven shrinkage to e-commerce returns fraud—is resulting in increasing demand from retailers for innovative loss-prevention solutions. We highlight three key industry trends in retail crime prevention and present selected startups globally whose technology solutions support brands and retailers in transforming and automating their checkout operations.

Free Data Graphic | November 23, 2022 Free Report

Three Things You Need To Know: US Apparel Accessories Retailing—Market Factors and Recovery

We present Three Things You Need To Know: US Apparel Accessories Retailing—Market Factors and Recovery

Insight Report | November 23, 2022 Premium

Countdown to Holiday 2022: Black Friday Preview—2022 Marks a Return To Normalcy

On the surface, Black Friday 2022 may seem extraordinary—with retailers implementing a wide variety of discounts earlier than usual and growing inflation and promotion fatigue—but this year’s shopping holiday marks a return to pre-pandemic normalcy.

Deep Dive | November 23, 2022 Premium

US CBD Survey 2022: Consumers Want More CBD Products from Trusted Retailers and Brands

We analyze proprietary survey data on the US CBD consumer, showing that consumers are seeking more products from trusted brands and retailers. We report their average spending, reasons and methods for consumption and where consumers purchase CBD.

Deep Dive | November 22, 2022 Premium

100 Retail Companies, 10 Years: Analyzing Financial Performance and Winning Strategies

Our analysis of 100 retail companies covers their 10-year financial performance as well as winning strategies to emulate high-performing companies. We analyze sales growth, margins, free cash flow, return on capital and debt levels for small, medium and large companies.

Insight Report | November 22, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 3Q22, Week 4: Bath & Body Works, BJ’s, Macy’s and Walmart Raise Guidance; Alibaba and Target See Slow Growth

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, as they report third-quarter 2022 earnings. This week includes highlights from Alibaba, Bath & Body Works and BJ’s Wholesale Club, among others.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | November 22, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: US Furniture and Home Furnishings Sees Rise in Omnichannel and Immersive Retailing

Consumer demand in the US furniture and home-furnishings retail market is facing headwinds due to lower consumer disposable income. Our Market Outlook surveys the market size, online market, driving factors, competitive landscape, themes we are watching and innovators.

Deep Dive | November 22, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Inflation Prompts Major Shifts in Pre-Holiday Consumer Behavior

We analyze inflation’s impact on US consumer behavior. Our US consumer survey presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.

Insight Report | November 21, 2022 Premium

Metaverse Latest: NFT Loyalty Programs Offer New Opportunities for Brands and Retailers

As part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse space—covering virtual worlds and platforms; brands and retailers; technology and access; and NFT (non-fungible token) collection drops. We also discuss a key trend we are watching: NFT loyalty programs.

Deep Dive | November 21, 2022 Free Report

Retail Merchandising: Unveiling Hidden Gaps and Inefficiencies

We discuss five key merchandising challenges for retailers—leveraging proprietary survey findings—and present three key recommendations for retailers to succeed in retail merchandising and capitalize on their investments. This free report is sponsored by One Door.