Deep Dive | October 25, 2023 Premium Inflation Concerns Persist and Dollar Stores Thrive: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 43We assess how inflation worries are affecting US consumers’ shopping behaviors as holiday shopping begins. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | October 25, 2023 Premium Holiday 2023: Social Media Strategies—Shoppable Posts and Creator-Generated Content Can Drive ConversionWe explore the dynamic landscape of holiday marketing on social media, delving into key strategies and insights for brands and retailers to achieve success during the holiday 2023 season. Read More
Insight Report | October 24, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: Indemnity for Platform Users; Image-Generation Updates from Adobe and CanvaContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—including the latest funding updates, indemnity for platform users and new features from graphic design giants Adobe and Canva. Read More
Insight Report | October 24, 2023 Premium Flipkart Big Billion Days 2023: Wrap-Up—Value, Technology and Convenience Take the LeadIndia-based online marketplace Flipkart hosted the 10th iteration of its annual flagship shopping event, Big Billion Days (BBD), on October 8–15, 2023. We present key trends and insights from BBD 2023 based on our observations and key insights released by Flipkart via a company statement on October 15, 2023. Read More
Deep Dive | October 24, 2023 Free Report Immersive Experiences in Retail: Driving Sales Through Enhanced Shopper EngagementImmersive experiences are emerging that promise to revolutionize the retail industry in driving customer engagement and loyalty. Coresight Research and Obsess explore how US brands and retailers plan to invest in and offer such experiences to reap multiple benefits, based on proprietary Coresight Research survey data. Read More
Deep Dive | October 23, 2023 Premium Diverging Trends During China’s National Day Celebrations: China Consumer Survey InsightsWe explore Chinese consumer behavior during the National Day Golden Week public holiday and the implications for retail. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | October 23, 2023 Premium September 2023 UK Retail Sales: Growth Slows Amid Continuing Cost of Living Pressures and Unseasonably Warm WeatherIn September 2023, UK retail sales (excluding automotive fuel) grew 6% year over year. Using data from the Office for National Statistics, we look at total and online growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Analyst Corner | October 22, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Elevated Gasoline Prices and the Pressures on Consumer WalletsGasoline prices remain a risk factor for US retail as we head further into the holiday quarter and closer to 2024. This week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses the prospects for US gasoline prices and the consumer context for recently increasing gas prices. Read More
Insight Report | October 20, 2023 Premium Rite Aid Bankruptcy: What Does It Mean for Rivals?Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy on October 15, 2023. We cover the reasons behind it and the bankruptcy’s implications for Rite Aid’s competitors. Read More
Store Tracker | October 20, 2023 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 42: US Store Openings Surpass 5,000Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from 7-Eleven and Aldi, among others. Read More
Insight Report | October 20, 2023 Premium September 2023 China Retail Sales: Growth Continues To StrengthenWe review the latest data for retail sales in China, showing that in September 2023, year-over-year growth improved, continuing the upward trend seen since July. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Insight Report | October 20, 2023 Premium US and UK Retail Bankruptcies Latest, October 2023: Rite Aid Files for BankruptcyWe provide an update on the latest retail bankruptcies in the US and the UK, including developments from Rite Aid, Showfields and Shift Technologies. Read More
Insight Report | October 18, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: The Rise of RAG, Updates from Amazon, Meta and OracleContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering the rise of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and updates from technology giants Amazon, Meta and Oracle. Read More
Market Outlook | October 18, 2023 Premium Market Navigator: US Department Stores—Softness Ahead Despite Opportunities in Experiences and Alternative ModelsWe present our definitive guide on the US department store sector. In this Market Navigator report, we explore the sector’s size, trajectory, growth factors and competitive landscape; provide consumer survey analysis; and cover themes and innovators we are watching in the space. Read More
Insight Report | October 17, 2023 Premium September 2023 US Retail Sales: Retail Spending Outpaces Retail Inflation as Consumers Remain HealthyIn September 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 2.2% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
