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Deep Dive | October 19, 2021 Free Report

Where, What and How Will US Consumers Shop for Holiday 2021?

The Coresight Research x January Digital 2021 US Holiday Insights Survey explores US consumers’ expectations to shop for the holidays. Trends uncovered will enable brands and retailers to generate data-driven marketing strategies to effectively gain share of wallet during this critical year-end opportunity. This free report is sponsored by strategic consulting and media firm January Digital.

Deep Dive | October 19, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Inflation and Shortage Concerns Ahead of Holiday

US consumers are becoming more worried about rising inflation and product shortages as the holiday season begins. Our latest US Consumer Tracker provides a monthly temperature check of shoppers’ holiday expectations as well as a detailed update on consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Insight Report | October 19, 2021 Premium

China’s Golden Week Wrap-Up: Tourism Down Again but Local Travel and E-Commerce Spending Up

China’s Golden Week holiday ran from October 1 through October 7 this year. We present insights into travel and shopping trends among Chinese consumers during the holiday.

Store Tracker | October 15, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 41: US Store Closures Inch Closer to Openings

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Clarks, Meijer and Whole Foods Market in the US and Bensons for Beds, Superdrug and Tommy Hilfiger in the UK.

Free Data Graphic | October 12, 2021 Free Report

Holiday Bites: What Are the Hottest Toys for Holiday 2021?

We Present Holiday Bites: What Are the Hottest Toys for Holiday 2021?

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | October 12, 2021 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Grocery—Inflation, Retail Media and Instant Commerce

As part of our E-Commerce Outlook series, we assess the online grocery market in the US and provide an outlook for the sector moving forward. We discuss market growth, the competitive landscape, retail innovators and themes we are watching in 2021 and beyond.

Insight Report | October 11, 2021 Premium

One Month to Singles’ Day: Logistics—Global Expansion, Automation and Sustainability Initiatives

With just one month to go until Singles’ Day 2021, we explore how Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com have upgraded their logistics networks ahead of the shopping festival, covering global expansion, automation and sustainability initiatives.

Insight Report | October 11, 2021 Premium

The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021: #2—Hottest Toys

As part of our holiday 2021 coverage, we present our expectations for holiday toy sales in the US and the top trends that we expect to influence toy gifting this holiday season.

Deep Dive | October 11, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: In-Store Uptick for Apparel and Beauty

Rising in-store purchases offer new hope for brick-and-mortar retailers ahead of Holiday 2021. Our latest US Consumer Tracker analyzes shoppers’ in-store spending and provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Store Tracker | October 8, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 40: US Store Openings Cross 5,000, Still Ahead of Closures

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Dillard’s and Rooms To Go in the US and Amazon, Holland & Barrett and Yours Clothing in the UK.

Deep Dive | October 8, 2021 Premium

Playbook: Livestreaming E-Commerce—A Guide for Global Brands and Retailers

In this Playbook, we outline key strategies that brands and retailers can adopt to launch in the growing livestreaming e-commerce space, covering livestream channels and formats, choosing the right hosts, consumer communities, brand stories and more.

Deep Dive | October 7, 2021 Premium

US Social Commerce Survey 2021: The Impacts of Social Media, Influencers and Livestreaming on Shopping Behaviors

We present insights into the current state of the social commerce market in the US, using findings from our latest social commerce survey. We explore the role of social media in the shopping journey, covering platforms, influencers and livestreaming.

Deep Dive | October 7, 2021 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Livestreaming E-Commerce Tech Providers and Platforms

Livestream shopping combines entertainment and e-commerce. First established in China, it is fast becoming an essential marketing tool for brands and retailers around the world. This Retail-Tech Landscape comprises selected startups globally that can help retailers develop and launch livestreaming capabilities.

Insight Report | October 6, 2021 Premium

2Q21 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Inventory Turnover Rates Increase Year over Year and on a Two-Year Basis

Our quarterly US Retail Inventory Tracker analyzes inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 2Q21 and assess how and why levels are changing. This quarter, many retailers posted improved inventory turnover levels year over year and on a two-year basis.

Deep Dive | September 30, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker Extra, September 2021: Who Shops Where? Focusing on Shopper Demographics

We provide proprietary consumer profiles for major US retailers in food and nonfood retail, based on exclusive Coresight Research data. Our US Consumer Tracker Extra series offers a deeper dive into key longer-term trends revealed by our weekly survey data.