Deep Dive | August 18, 2021 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Livestreaming E-CommerceBrands and retailers worldwide are racing to add live, interactive video experiences into their marketing strategy to remain competitive in the digital channel. This Retail-Tech Landscape comprises selected startups globally that can help retailers develop and launch livestreaming capabilities. Read More
Insight Report | August 18, 2021 Premium Supply Chain Briefing: Labor Scarcities Loom, Factory Shutdowns Force Supply Reallocation and Foam Shortage Impacts Home SectorAs part of our Supply Chain Briefing series, we examine key challenges and developments on retail’s supply side and their implications for the retail environment. In this report, read our analysis of labor scarcities, foam shortages and factory shutdowns in Vietnam. Read More
Free Data Graphic | August 17, 2021 Free Report Coresight Bites: US Back to School 2021—Online versus OfflineWe present Coresight Bites: US Back to School 2021—Online versus Offline Read More
Insight Report | August 17, 2021 Premium Earnings Insights 2Q21, Week 3: eBay and The RealReal Maintain Strong Growth Momentum; Canada Goose Sees Sales Recovery SlowOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 15, 2021—namely, eBay, Canada Goose, Grocery Outlet and The RealReal. Read More
Insight Report | August 17, 2021 Premium July 2021 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Declines Ease Further Even as New Covid-19 Cases SurgeIn July 2021, total US nonfood store traffic declined by 23.5% on a two-year basis (as compared to July 2019), an improvement from June’s 23.8% two-year decline. We review weekly shopper traffic trends through the month, as well as traffic by retailer vertical, region and retailer location type. Read More
Event Coverage | August 17, 2021 Register for Free Access Preview: Coresight Research’s Livestream Shopping 2021 Virtual Conference and Innovator Showcase—Unlock Next-Gen Live CommerceWe present a preview of Livestream Shopping 2021, a digital conference taking place on August 18, 2021. The event will see five innovative livestreaming-tech startups pitch their solutions, as well as a fireside chat and panel discussions with retail leaders and livestreaming influencers, who will present their insights into livestream shopping and consumer engagement. Read More
Insight Report | August 16, 2021 Premium US Back to School 2021: Online versus OfflineAs part of our US Back to School 2021 series, we discuss our expectations for online and offline shopping this season, using proprietary US consumer survey findings. We present our estimates for digital and physical sales, in-store traffic and e-commerce penetration. Read More
Free Data Graphic | August 16, 2021 Free Report Coresight Bites: European Apparel E-Commerce Platforms—Gaining Share of an Expanding MarketWe present Coresight Bites: European Apparel E-Commerce Platforms—Gaining Share of an Expanding Market Read More
Insight Report | August 16, 2021 Premium July 2021 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: Consumer Confidence Turns Volatile Amid Covid-19 Spread and Inflation ConcernsIn our monthly Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales series, we examine several key macroeconomic indicators of US retail sales and analyze how they may impact the industry in the months to come. We analyze the latest available data, as of the end of July 2021, covering income, savings, the job market and housing. Read More
Deep Dive | August 16, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Retreat from Stores, Malls and Restaurants as Covid-19 Cases RiseAs Covid-19 cases rise in the US, we explore how consumer behavior is changing. Our latest weekly survey report presents findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. Read More
Analyst Corner | August 15, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: New Clouds on the Horizon for Malls Following a Strong Second QuarterThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the outlook for REITs and malls following a strong second quarter. Read More
Insight Report | August 13, 2021 Premium ASOS Capital Markets Day 2021: Company To Expand Its Fulfillment Center Capacity by 50% in Next Two YearsThe Coresight Research team attended the virtual ASOS Capital Markets Day on August 10, 2021. In this report, we present insights from the event, covering fulfillment center automation and logistics network expansion, optimizing transportation, and sustainability. Read More
Store Tracker | August 13, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 32: US Store Closures Down 28% 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, Hibbett Sports and Hudson in the US and Bensons for Beds, Holland & Barrett and Signet Jewelers in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | August 12, 2021 Premium Livestreaming Latest, August 2021: M&A and Investments Continue; Brands Diversify Product Catalogs and Connect with CommunitiesAs part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent M&A and investment activity as well as three notable trends in the global livestreaming space—namely, the rapid launch of new brands, diversifying product catalogs and brands’ efforts to connect with consumer communities. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally. Read More
Free Data Graphic | August 12, 2021 Free Report Coresight Bites: Amazon Prime—Why Non-Members Don’t Join the ProgramWe present Coresight Bites: Amazon Prime—Why Non-Members Don’t Join the Program Read More