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AI in Grocery Retail: Analytical Tools for Supply Chain Management

In our AI in Retail series, we discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way retailers operate and interact with customers. Using Coresight Research’s proprietary SCORE framework, this report discusses the value of AI in grocery retail, with a focus on how grocers can leverage AI to improve operational efficiency. We also outline notable grocery retailer collaborations with technology vendors and recent developments in selected supply chain platforms’ funding activities.

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Opportunities in the US Women’s Plus-Size Apparel Market

A growing number of inclusive apparel brands and retailers are addressing new consumer expectations in the US women’s plus-size clothing market, broadening their plus-size offerings to better serve this growing segment and take advantage of the opportunity it presents. We present a market overview and explore recent developments—including influencer collaborations and the body positivity movement.

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Global Tourism: How Covid-19 Has Impacted the US Travel Sector

As part of our quarterly Global Tourism series—which explores domestic and international tourism themes and trends—we assess how the coronavirus crisis has impacted the behaviors and plans of US travelers, based on key findings from our recent proprietary survey. We also explore the slow pickup of domestic tourism in the US, the significant fall in international inbound travel and the adoption of contact-light technology in the travel industry.

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Earnings Insights 2Q20, Week 5: Crisis Supports Structural Shifts, Benefitting Discount Formats

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2020 earnings. We condense what retail companies are reporting, with a focus on the impact of the coronavirus crisis. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended September 6, including Dollar Tree, Five Below, Macy’s and PVH Corp.

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