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The blockchain is a system in which a shared record of transactions made in cryptocurrencies is maintained across several computers working together to form a decentralized peer-to-peer network.

In this report, we discuss how the blockchain forms the basis of the metaverse, explore the history and technological infrastructure of blockchains, and detail what brands and retailers should know.

This report is part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, which presents insights into the core technological components of the retail metaverse, including important details for retailers to know in establishing a presence and operating in the virtual space.

Read the first report in the series, on NFTs (non-fungible tokens).

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The e-commerce apparel market presents growth opportunities, especially for companies that can innovate to offer interactive experiences and address increasing last-mile costs. In our E-Commerce Outlook, we examine the size and trajectory of the US online apparel and footwear sector and present key market drivers, industry players, themes and innovators.

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Pandemic-led lockdowns and ensuing factory shutdowns, widely documented port congestion and sky-rocketing inflation have revived the debate around reshoring sourcing and manufacturing to the US.

We discuss onshoring as a sourcing strategy for US brands and retailers and what it would take to bring sourcing to the US.

For more on sourcing, read our report on sustainable supply chains and our latest Supply Chain Briefing.

Read all Coresight Research coverage of supply chains.

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Introduction

What’s the Story?

Why It Matters

Onshoring Retail Sourcing in the US: Coresight Research Analysis

  1. Onshoring Sourcing: Advantages
  2. Onshoring Sourcing: Hand-in-Hand with Local Manufacturing
  3. Onshoring: An Ongoing Process
  4. Nearshoring: An Alternative to Onshoring?

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In each report in the Weinswig’s Weekly series, Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig reflects on a topical theme in retail. This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses Coresight Research’s livestreaming e-commerce presentation at Shoptalk.

Each report also includes recent retail and technology headlines from Asia, Europe and the US.

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The Coresight Research US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker provides a monthly update on the trajectory of consumer spending on beauty, clothing and footwear. Our latest report covers strong sales from February 2022.

We discuss changes in US consumer spending, year over year and on a two-year basis, across the following sectors:

  • Footwear
  • Clothing, comprising the subcategories of children’s, women’s and men’s clothing
  • Selected beauty categories

Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators, focusing on the US, the UK and China. Click here to view our full collection of monthly reports.

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Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. We cover:

  • A week-by-week comparison of store openings and closures in the US and UK in year-to-date 2022
  • What is happening in retail in the US and UK this week
  • 2021 and year-to-date 2022 major US and UK store openings, store closures and bankruptcies

This week, there are highlights from Marc’s, Walmart and WinCo Foods in the US and Hamleys, Pandora and Rituals in the UK. We also discuss quarterly store opening and closure settlements following the release of quarterly company filings this week from Genesco, Hobby Lobby, Nordstrom and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet.

Click here to view our full collection of Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports.

Complementing our weekly report, the Coresight Research US Store Tracker Databank offers our premium subscribers access to openings and closures data from 2012 to 2022 year to date, filterable by sector and year. Click here to view.

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The Coresight Research team attended and participated in Shoptalk 2022 in Las Vegas, US, from March 27 to 30. In this free report, we present our top insights from day four of the show on March 30, 2022, as well as the key trends that were discussed throughout the event as a whole.

We cover personalization, livestreaming, the metaverse and more.

For more insights from Shoptalk 2022, read our coverage of the Shark Reef pitch competition, day one, day two and day three.

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Coresight Research’s US Department Store Insights quarterly series covers the recent performance of Kohl’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom, highlighting trends in comparable sales, revenue, digital sales, product categories and areas of note by management.

In this report, we look at the performance of the three retailers in the fourth quarter of 2021 (4Q21, ended January 30, 2022) compared to last year (4Q20) and the previous year (4Q19).

Click here for more Coresight Research coverage of department stores.

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Shein dominates the US fast-fashion market. We analyze the apparel giant’s business, including the following:

  • Key strategies and business expansion plans
  • Target consumers
  • Competitive strengths and weaknesses

We compare Shein’s key strategies with that of two other ultra-fast-fashion companies, UK-based ASOS and Boohoo Group, which are part of the Coresight 100 (our focus list of retailers, brand owners and real estate firms, spanning the US, Europe and Asia).

Read our previous report on Shein’s business model.

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Introduction

Shein in US Fast Fashion: Coresight Research Analysis

Company Overview

Strong Demand for Shein Products Among US Consumers

Expansion Plans for 2022 and Beyond

IPO Plans on Hold Again Amid Russia-Ukraine War

Delivery Capabilities: A Major Competitive Disadvantage

Business Strategies

Recent Developments

What We Think

Implications for Brands/Retailers

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The Coresight Research team is attending and participating in Shoptalk 2022 in Las Vegas, US, from March 27 to 30. In this free report, we present our top insights from day three of the show on March 29, 2022.

We cover fun and creativity in the beauty industry, global supply chain concerns, reverse logistics, data privacy, consumer-centric growth and more.

For more insights from Shoptalk 2022, read our coverage of the Shark Reef pitch competition, day one and day two. Look out for our wrap-up report.

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Brands and retailers must recognize value exchange as a key component when they deliver personalized marketing efforts to consumers.

We discuss the difference in perceptions between consumers and retailers on retail personalization and data privacy. This report also looks at areas such as loyalty programs and consumers’ willingness to share their personal data.

Powering our insights is the analysis of findings from three Coresight Research surveys—two sent to consumers, and one to brands and retailers, in the US and the UK.

This free report is sponsored by Sailthru, a cross-channel marketing automation solution provider.

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Introduction

Retail Personalization in 2022: Coresight Research x Sailthru Analysis

Sailthru

What We Think

Methodology

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We examine the latest data and assess the overall trends in the US, the UK and China across the following key consumer indicators:

  • Earnings versus inflation
  • Food and fuel prices
  • Retail sales

Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators, focusing on the US, the UK and China. Click here to view our full collection of monthly reports.

Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail.

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Retail is the new media channel! On March 30, 2022, Coresight Research presented at the Vision Monday Leadership Summit 2022 on the topic of livestreaming e-commerce.

In this presentation, we provide insights into the following:

  • Trends in livestreaming e-commerce, based on proprietary survey findings
  • Five strategies for retailers to launch livestreaming

We also offer a takeaway to-do list for retailers to implement a test-and-learn approach to livestreaming e-commerce.

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The Coresight Research team is attending and participating in Shoptalk 2022 in Las Vegas, US, from March 27 to 30. In this free report, we present our top insights from day two of the show on March 28, 2022.

We cover emerging digital technologies, livestreaming e-commerce, the metaverse and more.

Read our insights from day one of Shoptalk 2022 and our coverage of the Shark Reef pitch competition. Look out for more reports in the coming days.

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Inclusivity is permeating every aspect of retail, including internal corporate structures, brand portfolios, suppliers and the consumers served. We explore progress in 2021 and present our expectations for the development of inclusivity in retail in 2022, across areas such as adaptive products, gender-free and plus-size offerings, and the diversification of suppliers.

For more on this topic, read our Inclusive Beauty series.

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