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Deep Dive | November 21, 2022 Premium

US Retail and Consumer Outlook: An Overinflated Balloon Set To Pop?

US retail is inflated and could be deflated by a number of factors in 2023. Drawing on proprietary consumer survey findings and macroeconomic data, we assess the outlook for US retail, considering consumer behavior trends, the inflationary environment and supply-side retail pressures.

Analyst Corner | November 20, 2022

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Weinswig’s Weekly: Online Grocery’s Long Runway for Growth Is Dented by Short-Term Inflation

This week, Deborah Weinswig discusses the prospects for grocery e-commerce in the US.

Insight Report | November 18, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: Immersive Virtual Experiences Boost Engagement

As part of our Singles’ Day 2022 coverage, we discuss virtually immersive experiences that debuted during the global online shopping festival, including several metaverse launches.

Deep Dive | November 18, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: Making an Impact Around the World

Singles’ Day (also known as 11.11), the world’s largest online global shopping festival, expanded once again this year, including an increasing number of retailers from outside China. As part of our Singles’ Day 2022 coverage, we examine various promotions from locations outside Mainland China.

Store Tracker | November 18, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 46: US Openings Down 1% Year over Year

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Ahold Delhaize, Allbirds and Dillard’s, among others, in the US and B&M, Co-op and Jack & Jones among others, in the UK.

Deep Dive | November 17, 2022 Premium

Countdown to Holiday 2022: Hottest Toys

As part of our 10-week Countdown to Holiday 2022 series, we assess the trends and challenges that we predict will shape toy retail this holiday.

Insight Report | November 17, 2022 Premium

October 2022 US Retail Sales: As Inflation Eases, So Too Does Sales Growth

October 2022 US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew 6.4% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look how different sectors performed.

Insight Report | November 17, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, November 2022: Capturing Singles’ Day and Holiday Shoppers and Expanding into Real Estate

As part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in the global livestreaming space, including livestreaming initiatives during Singles’ Day in China. We offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Insight Report | November 17, 2022 Premium

October 2022 China Retail Sales: Total Sales Decelerate; Most Sectors Report Negative Growth

We review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in October 2022, year-over-year sales grew 0.5%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector.

Insight Report | November 16, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: Platforms Discard Traditional GMV Metrics and Focus on Immersive and Sustainable Shopping

In our Singles’ Day 2022 wrap up, we provide an overview of the festival’s main events, including analysis of the initiatives and performances of major e-commerce players during the most challenging Singles’ Day to date.

Deep Dive | November 16, 2022 Free Report

Winning the Retail Trifecta: Demand Forecasting, Allocation and Replenishment

We analyze challenges to replenishment and demand forecasting in US retail—covering current consumer behaviors and concerns—and explore how retailers can best handle inventory management in a volatile global environment. This free report is sponsored by SAP.

Insight Report | November 15, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 3Q22, Week 3: Capri, Ralph Lauren and Sprouts Report Strong Results; Hanesbrands and Qurate Post Sales Declines

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week includes coverage of companies such as Coty, Hanesbrands, Qurate Retail, Ralph Lauren and Sprouts Farmers Market, among others.

Company Profile | November 15, 2022 Premium

NIKE, Inc. (NYSE: NKE) Company Profile

NIKE is a US-based brand of athletic accessories, apparel and footwear. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, the company operates in 170 countries.

Deep Dive | November 15, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Walmart Dominates Food and Nonfood Ahead of Holiday

We assess inflation’s impact on US consumers’ holiday shopping. Our US consumer survey presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.

Deep Dive | November 14, 2022 Premium

US Apparel Accessories Retailing: New Opportunities Support Recovery

We analyze the US apparel accessories market, presenting the market size, factors, a competitive landscape, proprietary survey data and themes we are watching. A full recovery is set to take place in 2023, with growing opportunities in gender-neutral accessories.