Deep Dive | May 17, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Further Steps Taken Toward Resuming Social Activities (Full Report)Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. We present findings on where, how and how much consumers are shopping, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on May 10. Read More
Free Data Graphic | May 17, 2021 Free Report Coresight Bites: Surprisingly Slow Labor Market in April Mars an Otherwise Strong Month for the US EconomyWe present Coresight Bites: Surprisingly Slow Labor Market in April Mars an Otherwise Strong Month for the US Economy Read More
Analyst Corner | May 16, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Taking Inclusivity to Product Offerings with Adaptive Apparel and FootwearThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the emerging adaptive clothing and footwear market—and how a product offering serving the needs of people with disabilities can be one component of retailers’ efforts on inclusion. Read More
Store Tracker | May 14, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 19: Closures Overtake OpeningsOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Christopher & Banks, Primark and Sally Beauty in the US and Majestic Wines, Poundstretcher and Shoeaholics in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | May 14, 2021 Premium Hanesbrands Investor Day 2021: “Full Potential Plan” Focuses on the Champion Brand, Innerwear Business and Consumer-CentricityWe present key insights from Hanesbrands’ virtual Investor Day on May 11, 2021, covering the company’s “Full Potential Plan” and its financial outlook. Read More
Event Presentation | May 13, 2021 Premium Beauty Livestreaming Playbook: Trends, Success Stories and Best PracticesDeborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presents the Livestreaming Playbook for Beauty at the Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW)’s State of the Industry: Retail Acceleration to Transformation event, which was held digitally this year. Read More
Deep Dive | May 13, 2021 Premium Head-to-Head in Beauty: Sephora vs. UltaAs part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we compare Sephora and Ulta, the leading beauty retailers in the US. In this report, we provide insights into the two companies’ sales performance and e-commerce penetration rates as well as their evolving store portfolios, merchandise offerings, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Read More
Insight Report | May 13, 2021 Premium April 2021 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: Surprisingly Slow Labor Market Mars an Otherwise Strong MonthIn 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 April 2021, covering the job market, income and savings, and housing. Read More
Insight Report | May 13, 2021 Premium Livestreaming Latest, May 2021: Personalization and Community Building Emerge as Key TrendsOur new 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, covering personalization and community building. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally. Read More
Databank Report | May 13, 2021 Databank Members Coresight Bites: US Consumer Tracker—High-Income Consumers Reduce Avoidance of Public TransportationWe present Coresight Bites: US Consumer Tracker—High-Income Consumers Reduce Avoidance of Public Transportation Read More
Event Presentation | May 12, 2021 Register for Free Access Age of Precision Category Management: Using Hyper-Localized Assortment Optimization to Meet Shopper DemandOn May 12, 2021, Coresight Research and HIVERY discussed the significant incremental value to retailers and CPG companies of optimizing assortment at the store level using advanced technologies in machine learning and data science. Read More
Deep Dive | May 12, 2021 Premium Think Tank: The US Adaptive Apparel Market—Its Purpose and PromiseAdaptive apparel refers to clothing and footwear designed to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and conditions. In this Think Tank, we explore the US market, including consumer needs, growth opportunities, recent developments and industry initiatives that are helping to expand the space. Read More
Insight Report | May 12, 2021 Register for Free Access US CPG Sales Tracker: Tough Comparatives Trigger Slowdown in CPG E-Commerce GrowthThe Coresight Research and IRI monthly US CPG Sales Tracker provides our data-driven insights into online sales trends in the US CPG industry—covering the product categories of food & beverage; health & beauty; and general merchandise & homecare. In this free report, we present five key insights from the four weeks ended April 18, 2021. Read More
Insight Report | May 12, 2021 Premium China Retail Insights: The Rise of Virtual Influencers as an Innovative Marketing ToolVirtual influencers are a growing phenomenon in China. We explore the evolution of the concept, the different types of virtual influencers, and how brands and retailers can use these digital characters to increase engagement with young consumers in China—including through livestreaming. We present notable examples in the market and consider the benefits and drawbacks of virtual influencers. Read More
Deep Dive | May 11, 2021 Premium Innovator Trends That Are Reshaping the Retail IndustryThe global Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way consumers shop and accelerated the adoption of various advanced technologies. We outline our expectations for the top innovator trends that are impacting the retail industry, covering contact-light shopping, personalized experiences, livestream e-commerce, last-mile delivery, micro-fulfillment centers and more. Read More
