July 8, 2021 Deep Dive Premium Wholesale vs. DTC: Strategies for Brands and RetailersSelling directly to consumers is becoming an increasingly important channel for both new and existing brands. In this report, we compare the wholesale and direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales channels and cover a landscape of brands that are pivoting toward a DTC approach. We also present a playbook for brands and retailers to improve their wholesale and DTC strategies, including alternative wholesale approaches.
July 8, 2021 Event Coverage Register for Free Access Coresight Research x Newmine: Tackling Returns Ahead of Holiday 2021—Technology-Driven Strategies To Protect the Bottom LineWe present three key insights from Coresight Research’s panel discussion with technology innovator Newmine, including how new technology is disrupting the retail returns market.
July 8, 2021 Insight Report Premium Gender-Free Products: A Growing Market OpportunityDiverse representation across gender identification is driving growth in retail categories including apparel and footwear, accessories and beauty. We discuss the emergence and evolution of the gender-free product category, highlighting opportunities for brands and retailers.
July 7, 2021 Insight Report Premium Can Wayfair Sustain Its Newfound Profitability?Online furniture retailer Wayfair finally achieved profitability in 2020 due to its earlier growth-oriented investments and the favorable impact of Covid-19. We analyze the company’s prospects as US retail recovers from the pandemic.
July 7, 2021 Insight Report Premium Demand Forecasting Software: Helping Retailers Anticipate and Adapt to Consumer ShiftsSignificant shifts in consumer demand have presented challenges for retailers in the past year—and consumer behavior continues to change through pandemic recovery 2021. Demand forecasting is therefore essential in today’s retail environment. We discuss the need for such software and the solutions offered by Impact Analytics, a retail technology innovator.
July 7, 2021 Market Navigators/Market Outlook Premium Market Outlook: US and China E-Commerce—Platforms Likely To Adjust to a Changing Product MixIn this Market Outlook, we explore how the e-commerce market in the US and China has been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and provide an outlook for the sector moving forward. We discuss the key drivers of e-commerce growth, as well as the market’s competitive landscape, M&A activity, retail innovators and themes we are watching in 2021 and beyond.
July 6, 2021 Insight Report Premium Capri Holdings Investor Day 2021: Raised FY22 Guidance and Longer-Term Outlook as Luxury Sales Gain MomentumWe present key insights from Capri Holdings virtual Investor Day on June 29, 2021, covering the company’s five strategic pillars, its financial outlook and primary initiatives by brand—across Jimmy Choo, Michael Kors and Versace.
July 6, 2021 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Sustained Strength in Big-Ticket RetailOur latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. We present findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks.
July 5, 2021 Flash Report Register for Free Access UK’s Fourth-Largest Grocer, Morrisons, To Go Private in $13.1 Billion DealOn July 3, 2021, Morrisons agreed to be acquired by a group of private equity investors, led by Fortress Group. We outline the details and consider what it means for the company and the UK grocery sector.
July 5, 2021 Event Coverage Register for Free Access NRF Retail Converge 2021: Five Supply Chain Trends To WatchCoresight Research hosted an online discussion on supply chains at NRF Retail Converge, a new digital event from the National Retail Federation. We present five key insights from the event, covering reverse logistics, inventory management, dark stores and more.
July 5, 2021 Insight Report Premium US Hyperlocal Delivery Providers To Sustain Growth Although Challenges Lie AheadDemand for hyperlocal delivery exploded during the pandemic in the US. We believe that providers of such services have staying power as consumers increasingly expect, and rely on, quick and convenient grocery delivery. We discuss three trends in the US hyperlocal delivery space and the impacts of key challenges for brands and retailers.
July 5, 2021 Flash Report Register for Free Access Richemont Acquires Leather Goods Maker Delvaux, Underlining Its Ambitions To Grow in Soft LuxuryOn June 30, 2021, Richemont announced that it has acquired Belgian luxury leather goods maker Delvaux. We discuss what the deal means for Richemont and how it aligns with the company’s expansion strategies.
July 4, 2021 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Can’t Wait for Two-Hour Grocery Delivery? How About 10 Minutes?This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the ever-increasing demand for, and availability of, grocery delivery services worldwide.
July 2, 2021 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 26: 7-Eleven Completes Acquisition of 3,800 Speedway StoresOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, highlights include developments from 7-Eleven, Lowe’s and United Supermarkets in the US and Gap, Hobbycraft and Tommy Hilfiger in the UK.
July 1, 2021 Deep Dive Premium US Dress Wear Revival: How Brands and Retailers Can Capitalize on the Return in Consumer DemandWith the vaccination rollout and easing of lockdowns in 2021 in the US, we are seeing signs of dress wear sales recovery and a revival of consumer demand in the market. In this report, we present our dress wear market outlook for 2021 and proprietary data insights into consumer dress wear spending. We also offer three strategies for brands and retailers to respond to the swing in demand.
