Insight Report | July 19, 2021 Premium June 2021 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Two-Year Traffic Declines Lessen Further as More States Lift RestrictionsIn June 2021, total US nonfood store traffic declined by 23.8% on a two-year basis (as compared to June 2019), strengthening from May’s 26.7% 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
Insight Report | July 19, 2021 Premium June 2021 China Retail Sales: Year-over-Year Growth Steadies at 11%We review the latest data for retail sales in China, in total and by sector. In June 2021, sales growth rebounded slightly, reaching 11.2% year over year, against undemanding pandemic-impacted comparatives from 2020. Read More
Deep Dive | July 19, 2021 Premium Aldi, Lidl and Grocery Outlet: Impacts in US GroceryDiscounters make an outsized dent in the US grocery market, given the channel’s small size relative to other grocery retail channels and maintained strong growth momentum amid the pandemic. In this report, we discuss the developments of grocery discounters in the US and their impact on traditional grocery retailers, covering Aldi, Lidl and Grocery Outlet. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 18, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: It’s Amazon Prime Day All Over Again—in India’s $800 Billion Retail SectorThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses Amazon India’s upcoming Prime Day and the retailer’s strategies to capture a greater share of the country’s e-commerce market. Read More
Store Tracker | July 16, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 28: US Store Closures Down 13% 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 Ashley HomeStore, Hy-Vee and Whole Foods Market in the US and Disney, Kutchenhaus and Shoe Zone in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | July 16, 2021 Premium US Travel Recovery: Part 5—Impacts of a Travel Renaissance on Consumer Spending and Industry EmployeesA rebound in travel and associated spending will benefit millions of low-income US workers who were adversely affected by the steep drop-off in travel in 2020. We examine these benefits and the ripple effects across the entire economy. Read More
Insight Report | July 16, 2021 Premium The US Sleep Economy: A Multibillion-Dollar Pillar of the Wellness MarketAs consumers’ concerns related to physical and mental health grow, the sleep economy is emerging as a multibillion-dollar pillar of the US wellness market. In this report, we discuss four product segments within the booming US sleep economy, including key players and their offerings. Read More
Insight Report | July 15, 2021 Premium Livestreaming Latest, July 2021: Rakuten Launches Weekly Livestreams in France; L’Oréal Canada Embraces Multichannel StreamingOur Livestreaming Latest series provides regular updates on the variety of approaches in livestreaming e-commerce that are emerging around the world, across different retail sectors. We present recent market developments and discuss three notable trends in the livestreaming space, including multichannel streaming, a new emphasis on educational, informative content and moves toward regular broadcast schedules. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally. Read More
Deep Dive | July 15, 2021 Premium M&A in Retail: How US Retailers Can Capitalize on Growth OpportunitiesWe analyze 2020 and year-to-date 2021 retail-focused mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in the US. We also assess opportunities and challenges for retailers seeking to enter M&A transactions. Read More
Free Data Graphic | July 15, 2021 Free Report Three Things You Need To Know: Wholesale vs. DTC—Strategies for Brands and RetailersWe present Three Things You Need To Know: Wholesale vs. DTC—Strategies for Brands and Retailers Read More
Insight Report | July 15, 2021 Premium US Travel Recovery: Part 4—The Slow Rebound of International Travel and Its Implications for RetailInbound international travel will be the final piece of the puzzle to form a full rebound of leisure travel spending in the US but will depend heavily on the pace of vaccination rollouts in other countries. We analyze the slow rebound of international travel and its impacts on US retail. Read More
Insight Report | July 15, 2021 Premium June 2021 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: Higher Labor Prices To Help Offset Decline of Stimulus EffectIn 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 June 2021, covering income, savings, the job market and housing. Read More
Deep Dive | July 14, 2021 Premium Playbook: Inclusivity in RetailInclusivity is a movement that is being propelled by societal forces. It is a thread that runs through every part of an organization. In this Playbook, we present five strategies for brands and retailers to align inclusivity goals across their products and operations. Read More
Event Coverage | July 14, 2021 Register for Free Access Coresight Research x LogicSource: Unlocking True Profit Potential Across Not-For-Resale ExpensesWe present three key insights from Coresight Research’s panel discussion with procurement services and technology provider LogicSource, including how data analytics is enabling businesses to slash GNFR expenditure. Read More
Insight Report | July 14, 2021 Premium US Travel Recovery: Part 3—Exploring the Domestic-Focused Travel SurgeUsing proprietary US consumer survey findings, we examine how a strong pickup in domestic travel in the summer of 2021 will impact US retail spending across luxury goods, souvenirs and at travel retail locations. Read More
