November 18, 2021 Insight Report Premium Singles’ Day 2021: New EntrantsAs part of our coverage of Singles’ Day 2021, we look at new entrants in the festival, detailing which brands are participating for the first time, across apparel and footwear, beauty and jewelry categories.
November 17, 2021 Insight Report Premium October 2021 US Retail Sales: Strong Sales Growth Implies Earlier Holiday Season Than UsualOctober 2021 US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by a strong 25.0% when compared to 2019 values. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well.
November 17, 2021 Insight Report Premium The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021: #7—A Mid-Holiday Macro Update and ReviewAs part of our The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021 series, we review recent macroeconomic metrics and their impacts on US retail for the 2021 holiday shopping season.
November 17, 2021 Insight Report Premium Singles’ Day 2021: Key Trends in Product DropsSingles’ Day, 11.11, is considered the prime time for brands to launch new products for the Chinese market. Our report analyzes key trends in new product launches during Singles’ Day 2021.
November 17, 2021 Free Data Graphic Free Report Three Things You Need To Know: Trends in Global LuxuryWe present Three Things You Need To Know: Trends in Global Luxury
November 16, 2021 Insight Report Premium Singles’ Day 2021: Making an Impact Around the WorldAs part of our coverage of Singles’ Day 2021, we look at participation in the shopping festival by retailers around the world—outside of Mainland China—and present examples of the promotions offered around November 11.
November 16, 2021 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Two-Thirds of Consumers Fear a Winter Covid-19 WaveUS consumers are expecting a winter Covid-19 wave, and changing their behavior in response. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.
November 16, 2021 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 3Q21, Week 3: Tapestry and The RealReal Post Strong Results; Canada Goose Sees Weak RecoveryOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report third-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended November 7, 2021, including beauty brand Coty, food retailer Grocery Outlet, luxury companies Canada Goose and Tapestry and luxury e-commerce company The RealReal.
November 16, 2021 Insight Report Premium October 2021 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Jumps by 31% Year Over YearIn October 2021, total US nonfood store traffic increased by 31.4% compared to October 2020, lower than September’s 35.9% growth. We review weekly shopper traffic trends through the month, as well as traffic by retailer vertical, region and retailer location type.
November 16, 2021 Deep Dive Free Report Unpacking Holiday Gifting: Shoppers’ Plans and Retail OpportunitiesE-commerce is playing an increasingly important role in gift shopping. We present survey analysis and insights into holiday shoppers’ plans for buying gifts, as well as shoppers’ pain points in digital gift purchasing. This free report is sponsored by GiftNow.
November 15, 2021 Insight Report Premium Price Jumps and Input Cost Increases: Analyzing Inflation Across US Food, Apparel and Furniture RetailPandemic-driven supply chain disruption and heightened demand continue to create challenges for US retailers. We analyze inflation—covering price rises and input cost increases—across the food, apparel and furniture retail sectors.
November 15, 2021 Free Data Graphic Free Report Holiday Bites: Singles’ Day 2021—Total Growth Slows to the Mid-Teens PercentWe present Holiday Bites: Singles’ Day 2021—Total Growth Slows to the Mid-Teens Percent
November 15, 2021 Insight Report Premium India Retail Insights: Five Key Sustainable Fashion TrendsSustainability in apparel has evolved from a buzzword to a powerful theme, and is now an integral part of the culture of the Indian apparel industry. Our report examines how major brands, retailers and start-ups are embracing sustainability and integrating it into their core business strategies.
November 15, 2021 Deep Dive Premium 10 Trends in Global LuxuryAfter so much disruption in 2020 amid the pandemic, 2021 is proving to be a year of change and recovery for the luxury sector. We present 10 key luxury trends and identify strategies for brands and retailers to best capitalize on momentum in each area in 2021 and beyond.
November 14, 2021 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Going to the Mall in Los Angeles? Bring Your Vaccine CardThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses vaccine mandates for entry into malls, restaurants and other public places in the US.