Analyst Corner | April 23, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Tackling the Food-Waste Challenge with TechnologyThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” revisits the subject of food waste, exploring the scale of, and potential solutions for, this problem. Read More
Insight Report | April 22, 2023 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: Health and Beauty Drives Online CPG Growth Up to Mid-Single-Digit PercentageThe Coresight Research and IRI monthly US CPG Sales Tracker provides our data-driven insights into online sales trends in the US CPG industry—covering the product categories of food & beverage, health & beauty, and general merchandise & homecare. We present five key insights from the four weeks ended February 26, 2023. Read More
Store Tracker | April 21, 2023 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 16: US Openings UpOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Bensons for Beds, Dirt Cheap, Fleet Feet, Poundland, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Superdrug and Tesco, among others. Read More
Insight Report | April 20, 2023 Premium Consumers’ Appetite For Luxury in a Post-Zero-Covid ChinaUsing new proprietary survey data, we explore Chinese consumers’ appetite for luxury post-Zero-Covid. We also examine macroeconomic indicators, retail trends and other factors influencing Chinese consumers’ appetite for luxury. Read More
Insight Report | April 19, 2023 Premium RetailTech: How Consumers and Grocery Retailers Can Reduce Food Waste from Field to FridgeThe scale of food waste is enormous, with financial and environmental sustainability-related impacts. We explore the robust technology landscape focused on reducing food waste across the entire value chain: in the field, in the grocery store, in the pantry, in the restaurant, as well as in food recycling. Read More
Deep Dive | April 19, 2023 Premium E-Commerce Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear Sector—Product, Experience and Cost Control Matter Amid Softer DemandIn this E-Commerce Outlook, we examine the size and trajectory of the US online apparel and footwear sector. We explore market drivers, the competitive landscape, key themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond, as well as innovators in the space. Read More
Deep Dive | April 18, 2023 Premium Five Trends in US Food CPG: Transparency, Sustainability and Technology Lead the WayWe look at five key food trends in the US CPG market, namely the technologies, initiatives and innovations CPG companies are using to address changing consumer demands around health and wellness, transparency and sustainability. Read More
Deep Dive | April 18, 2023 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Hints of a More Active ConsumerCertain behaviors may indicate that consumers are beginning to get more active—crucial early signs for retailers. This US Consumer Tracker also includes profiles of consumers who avoid continue to public places and those who buy nonfood products from Amazon, as well as our regular weekly metrics. Read More
Insight Report | April 18, 2023 Premium March 2023 US Retail Sales: Growth Decelerates from FebruaryIn March 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 6.5% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | April 17, 2023 Premium TikTok Shop: How Brands, Merchants and Creators Can Sell Products Directly on the Social PlatformThe expansion of TikTok Shop indicates TikTok’s intent to pursue its e-commerce strategy in the US. We discuss what the shopping feature means for brands and retailers, covering how it works, the Affiliate Marketplace and retailer case studies. Read More
Deep Dive | April 17, 2023 Premium China Consumer Tracker: Consumer Sentiment Continues To FluctuateConsumer sentiment bounced back significantly this week after last week’s dramatic slide. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 16, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Walmart Leans In on Automation To Boost MarginsThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses Walmart’s recently announced plans to accelerate revenue and operating-income growth, with the targeted profitability improvements owing to increasing automation in its supply chain. Read More
Store Tracker | April 14, 2023 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 15: Closures Up in US and UKOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Walmart, among others. Read More
Deep Dive | April 13, 2023 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail MediaRetail media is a key advertising channel, providing retailers with a new revenue stream and marketers with a valuable opportunity to reach consumers. We highlight key industry trends in retail media and present selected companies globally whose technology solutions are helping retailers to build and optimize their retail media capabilities. Read More
Deep Dive | April 12, 2023 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers Show Reduced Awareness of Price IncreasesUS shoppers’ awareness of price increases is decreasing, according to our survey data. This US Consumer Tracker includes our four-weekly check on consumers’ reactions to inflation as well as our regular weekly metrics. Read More
