Market Outlook | June 30, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Asia Luxury Market To Drive Global Luxury GrowthIn this Market Outlook, we examine the scale, composition and trajectory of the personal luxury market in Asia, discuss the factors driving its growth and cover market themes we are watching. Read More
Insight Report | June 28, 2022 Premium June 2022 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in May 2022, the decline of retail sales in China began to ease, while retail sales in the UK and the US grew. We assess these trends and consider wage growth and food and fuel prices in these three markets. Read More
Insight Report | June 27, 2022 Premium Metaverse Latest: Meta Humans Become Influencers—Storytelling Through Virtual IdolsAs part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse space—covering virtual worlds and platforms; brands and retailers; and technology and access. We also explore the rise of meta humans as influencers. Read More
Analyst Corner | June 26, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Are We at Peak Inflation?This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” considers whether inflation has peaked. Read More
Deep Dive | June 21, 2022 Premium Head-to-Head in the Global Beauty Market: Estée Lauder vs. L’OréalEstée Lauder and L’Oréal are two of the biggest players in the global beauty market. As part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare the two beauty companies’ revenues, business strategies and operating margins. Read More
Insight Report | June 20, 2022 Premium May 2022 China Retail Sales: Decline in Retail Sales Softens as Lockdowns EaseWe review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in May 2022, year-over-year sales declined by 5.0%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Analyst Corner | June 19, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Retail Spending Remains Healthy Despite Mixed Signals on the “Wealth Effect”This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses mixed signals from key drivers of the wealth effect. Read More
Insight Report | June 16, 2022 Premium Seizing New Opportunities in Fashion: How US Retailers Are Growing Their Addressable MarketsWe analyze four strategies US apparel specialty retailers are using to grow their total addressable markets: product category expansion, unlocking the power of new audiences, ramping up their presence in untapped geographies and bolstering distribution channels. We assess these strategies through the lens of five leading retailers: American Eagle Outfitters, Foot Locker, Gap Inc., Lululemon Athletica and Victoria’s Secret. Read More
Insight Report | June 16, 2022 Premium Livestreaming Latest, June 2022: Battle for Creators on Social Media Platforms IntensifiesAs part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in the global livestreaming space—centered around content creators and gamification. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally. Read More
Event Coverage | June 14, 2022 Premium Kering Capital Markets Days 2022: Company Plans To Grow Gucci into a €15 Billion Brand and Yves Saint Laurent into a €5 Billion BrandWe present insights from Kering’s Capital Markets Days on June 8 and 9, 2022—covering the French luxury group’s strategic growth plans for two of its biggest brands, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, as well as its Kering Eyewear business segment. Read More
Insight Report | June 13, 2022 Register for Free Access Fragrance Premiumization—A Fundamental Shift That Is Driving Beauty GrowthWorldwide, the fragrance market experienced solid growth in 2021, particularly driven by strong momentum in premium fragrance sales. This report explores the companies leveraging the premiumization trend—including Chanel, Chloé and Dior, among others—as well as factors driving premiumization. Read More
Analyst Corner | June 12, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Talking Startups, Payments, Loyalty and China in Three Packed Days at Shoptalk EuropeThis week, Deborah Weinswig shares key insights from her on-stage discussions at Shoptalk Europe 2022. Read More
Insight Report | June 10, 2022 Premium Five Months to Singles’ Day: Seizing Opportunities in Livestreaming and Social MarketingWe continue our countdown to Singles’ Day by exploring the popular Chinese livestreaming and social media platforms that brands and retailers can make use of in their marketing campaigns for this year’s festival. Read More
Event Coverage | June 9, 2022 Premium Shoptalk Europe 2022, Day Three: China Innovation, Handbag Subscriptions and Rapid Delivery ProfitabilityWe present key takeaways from the third and final day of Shoptalk Europe 2022, held in London, England, from June 6 to 8. We cover discussions on innovation in China retail, the obstacles in getting returns fulfilled, how quick commerce can be profitable and more. Read More
Insight Report | June 7, 2022 Premium 6.18 Shopping Festival 2022: Five Trends To WatchThe extended 6.18 shopping festival in China is already well under way, with pre-sales and first sales periods providing a boost to consumer spending. We present five trends to watch during this year’s festival, covering sustainability, the metaverse, omnichannel strategies and more. Read More
