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Event Coverage | March 7, 2023 Free Report

A Must-Read Guide to Shoptalk 2023: How To Maximize Your Time and Create Opportunities Across Five Retail Themes

We offer a guide for Shoptalk attendees of notable sessions across the major themes of this year’s event: shopper engagement, emerging channels, store experience, technology and organizational changes. Coresight Research is a research partner of Shoptalk 2023.

Event Presentation | March 7, 2023 Premium

The 50+ Woman: What Does She Want from the Beauty Industry?

On March 7, 2023, Coresight Research presented insights from a proprietary survey on what women 50 and older want from the beauty industry. In this presentation, we discuss the opportunities for beauty and wellness brands with the 50+ woman, as well as what they want from beauty products and where they buy them

Deep Dive | March 6, 2023 Databank Members

China Consumer Tracker: Avoidance Steady Despite Rising Flu Cases

We assess consumer behavior in China amid rising numbers of flu infections in the country. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | March 6, 2023

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US Grocery Retail and Recessions: Learnings from the Past and Recommendations for the Future

We analyze grocery retailing during past recessions and offer recommendations for grocery retail companies should the US see economic conditions worsen—covering private label, social responsibility, loyalty programs, retail media and more. This free report is produced in partnership with food industry association FMI.

Analyst Corner | March 5, 2023

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Weinswig’s Weekly: Temu vs. Shein

This week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” presents a head-to-head comparison of cross-border marketplace Temu and fast-fashion player Shein, covering sustainability, supply chain and more.

Deep Dive | March 3, 2023 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker Extra: The Impact of Debt and Financial Security on Shopping Habits

We assess how factors beyond mere income, such as debt and financial security, influence US consumer behavior. Our monthly US Consumer Tracker Extra series offers a more detailed or specific take on trends and data from our weekly surveys of US consumers.

Store Tracker | March 3, 2023 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 9: US Openings Up 21%

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from At Home, Bath & Body Works, Camping World, Grocery Outlet, Meijer, Outdoor Voices, Schnucks and Walmart, among others.

Insight Report | March 2, 2023 Premium

February 2023 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and China

Analyzing consumer demand from January 2023, retail sales slowed (but remained positive) in both the US and UK, while they declined in China. Our Monthly Consumer Update assesses these trends and considers wage growth, and food and fuel prices in these three markets.

Deep Dive | March 2, 2023 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Home-Improvement Market—Retailers Expand Their Online Offerings

We explore the US home-improvement sector’s recent online performance, as well as future e-commerce prospects and the online strategies of many major players and innovators, including Floor & Decor, Home Depot and Lowe’s.

Deep Dive | March 2, 2023 Premium

European Grocery Retail Dynamics Amid Broader Inflationary Trends

European consumers and retailers are under pressure amid an energy crisis and mounting concerns over a possible economic downturn. We discuss EU and UK grocery retail sales and inflation metrics in the context of broader inflationary pressures.

Store Tracker | March 2, 2023 Databank Members

US Store Tracker Extra, February 2023: Tractor Supply Openings Drive Total New Retail Space to 33 Million Square Feet

The US Store Tracker Extra monthly series offers insight into retailers’ store closure and opening announcements and details on closures and openings as a percentage of total store base and square-footage impact. This report also offers a comparison between year-to-date announced closures and openings, as of February 24, 2023, versus the comparable period in 2022.

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Premium

Digitally Native Vertical Brands in the US Beauty Market: Unique Brand Positioning and Expanded Partnerships Fuel Growth

We discuss the growth and competitive landscape of DNVBs (digitally native vertical brands) in the US beauty market—including trends that brands are leveraging to better serve this market and capitalize on its opportunities.

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Premium

Inflection Points in the Global Economy in 2023

Key interest-rate decisions taken by central banks impact the financial market, including inflation rates and currency exchange rates. We identify inflection points in the global economy in 2023, with a focus on developments in the US, the UK, China and the EU (European Union).

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Free Report

Five Strategies for Success in US Grocery Retail: Leveraging First-Party Data To Offer a Connected Shopping Experience

We present five key strategies for grocery retailers to win customers while ensuring long-term retention, with a focus on using first-party data to drive personalization. Our insights cover loyalty programs, retail media and more. This free report is produced in partnership with Swiftly.

Insight Report | February 28, 2023 Premium

Earnings Insights 4Q22, Week 5: Floor & Decor, TJX and Walmart Post Solid Sales Momentum; Alibaba and Home Depot See Slowed Growth

The Earnings Insights series features highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, as they report fourth-quarter 2022 earnings. This week, includes highlights from Alibaba, Bath & Body Works, Floor & Decor Holdings and more.