August 26, 2022 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 34: US Store Closures Cross 2,000Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Kohl’s and Value City Furniture in the US and Boux Avenue, Dune London and Lakeland, among others, in the UK.
August 26, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Market Outlook: China Retail—The $6 Trillion Sector Recovers SlowlyIn this Market Outlook, we explore the Chinese retail market. We discuss the market’s performance, scale and trajectory, as well as major market factors and trends to watch in 2022 and beyond. We also analyze China’s leading retail companies and innovators bringing change to the space.
August 26, 2022 Insight Report Premium August 2022 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: The Prospects for Late-Summer SpendingIn 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 August 24, 2022, covering income, savings, the job market and housing, and offer US retail sales projections.
August 25, 2022 Insight Report Premium RetailTech: Big Brother Is Watching… and Helping—Uncovering Insights on In-Store Shopper Behavior with Customer Tracking ToolsRetailers can use customer tracking tools, powered by AI (artificial intelligence), to gather data on shoppers inside the store. We discuss the available technologies and the benefits to retailers of generating insights on consumer behavior. We also present selected vendors of customer tracking solutions, from enterprise players to innovators in the space.
August 25, 2022 Deep Dive Premium 10 Trends in the Global Fast-Fashion MarketFast fashion is one of the fastest-growing markets in global apparel and footwear. We identify and analyze 10 trends, ranging from multiyear trends such as sustainability to emerging trends such as entry into the metaverse space.
August 24, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Think Tank: Adaptive Apparel in the US—2022 Survey Results Confirm Category Growth OpportunitiesWe explore the adaptive apparel market opportunity in the US and innovations in the adaptive category over the past year. We present analysis of proprietary consumer survey findings to discuss adaptive needs and shoppers’ preferences and behaviors.
August 24, 2022 Insight Report Register for Free Access Instant Commerce: Quantifying the Long-Term Opportunity in Rapid DeliveryInstant commerce (also known as instant needs) fills a gap in the market by providing rapid delivery. We explore the market potential in the US and globally for instant commerce platforms over the next five years. This free report is sponsored by Gopuff.
August 23, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Amazon Prime LatestOur survey shows an increase in the percentage of consumers reporting Amazon Prime memberships, following on July’s Prime Day. The US Consumer Tracker presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.
August 23, 2022 Insight Report Premium Supply Chain Briefing: Trucks Delayed and Trains Derailed as Sourcing DiversifiesIn our Supply Chain Briefing series, we examine key challenges and developments on retail’s supply side. In this report, we cover domestic supply chain challenges at ports and rail networks, China’s potential reconsideration of its strict Covid-19 policy and brands’ and retailers’ commentary on holiday season inventories.
August 23, 2022 Insight Report Premium July 2022 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Growth Nearly Flat; Ticket StrengthensIn our monthly report on US retail traffic and in-store metrics, we analyze sales across sectors, regions and location types. July 2022’s data shows traffic is nearly flat.
August 23, 2022 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 2Q22, Week 4: Sales Fall at Kohl’s, Ross and TJX as Shoppers Cut Back; Walmart Revises GuidanceOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week includes coverage of companies including Bath & Body Works, BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Kohl’s and The Home Depot, among others.
August 22, 2022 Insight Report Premium Building Blocks of the Metaverse: Artificial Intelligence (AI)As part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, we explore AI (artificial intelligence) technology as it relates to the metaverse, covering its key application and benefits in the virtual world.
August 22, 2022 Insight Report Premium July 2022 UK Retail Sales: Sales Values Jump While Volumes Continue To DeclineIn July 2022, UK retail sales volumes fell 3.0% year over year while values grew 5.7%. Online sales declined by 4.2%. We analyze retail sales, in total and by sector, as well as online sales penetration.
August 22, 2022 Insight Report Register for Free Access How US Malls Can Embrace Digital Trends in RetailWe present the best path forward for mall operators, discuss the current state of US malls and shopping centers, and explore key shopper trends in the US. This free report is sponsored by Adeptmind.
August 21, 2022 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: The Inflationary Springboard for Grocery Private LabelThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the inflationary springboard for grocery private label
