Insight Report | September 13, 2021 Premium Two Months to Singles’ Day: New ProductsWith two months to go until Singles’ Day 2021, we explore the types of new products that may debut during the shopping festival this year, as well as initiatives by Chinese e-commerce platforms to bring overseas product to the China market. Read More
Analyst Corner | September 12, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Retailers and Consumers Continue To Be Buffeted by Global Supply ChainsThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the repercussions of global supply chain fluctuations for retailers and consumers. Read More
Deep Dive | September 8, 2021 Premium Head-to-Head in Apparel Specialty Retail: H&M vs. Inditex (Zara)As part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we compare H&M and Inditex (the owner of Zara), two of the biggest players in the global apparel specialty retail sector. We provide insights into five key elements of their businesses. Read More
Event Coverage | September 7, 2021 Register for Free Access Shoppable Livestreaming Is Here To Stay: Coresight Research Presents at retailX 2021Deborah Weinswig, Founder and CEO of Coresight Research, presented on livestreaming e-commerce at retailX. We present insights from the presentation, covering the retail opportunity in shoppable livestreaming, learnings for the US from China, and best practices in constructing a livestreaming strategy. Read More
Analyst Corner | September 5, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Rising Wages To Help Carry Inflationary Pressures into 2022This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses US wage hikes, inflationary pressures and consumers’ purchasing power. Read More
Insight Report | September 2, 2021 Premium Environmental and Social Responsibility: What Is a B Corporation?We discuss the B Corporation certification system and its purpose in helping businesses around the world assess and improve their environmental and social impacts. Read More
Insight Report | September 2, 2021 Premium Supply Chain Briefing: Chinese Port Logjams Clog Global Shipping Routes as Consumer Prices SurgeAs part of our Supply Chain Briefing series, we discuss the impacts of port shutdowns in China on the retail supply chain, including the implications for retailers’ pricing, promotions and product mix ahead of the holiday season. Read More
Insight Report | August 31, 2021 Premium Earnings Insights 2Q21, Week 5: Dick’s Sporting Goods, Foot Locker, Gap and Urban Outfitters Post Strong Results; Ulta Beauty Raises GuidanceOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 29, 2021, including apparel specialty retailers Dick’s Sporting Goods, Foot Locker, Gap and Urban Outfitters. Read More
Analyst Corner | August 29, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Big Retailers Are Increasingly Sharing Their Space with Brands and Even Other RetailersThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses how big retailers are increasingly sharing their store space with external brands and even other retailers. Read More
Insight Report | August 26, 2021 Premium July 2021 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in July 2021, we saw strong retail sales growth in the US and China but deceleration in the UK. We analyze these trends and consider wage growth and food and fuel prices in these three markets. Read More
Deep Dive | August 26, 2021 Premium Head-to-Head in Sportswear: Adidas vs. NIKEAs part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we compare Adidas and NIKE, the two largest sportswear companies globally. In this report, we provide insights into the two companies’ revenues, as well as sales channels, key strategies, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Read More
Event Presentation | August 25, 2021 Premium Livestreaming E-Commerce Playbook: Trends and Best PracticesLivestreaming is a channel that was made popular in China and has recently made waves among U.S. brands and retailers as a new avenue to build consumer engagement and drive ecommerce. Deborah Weinswig, Founder and CEO of Coresight Research, presents a playbook for U.S. brands and retailers on how to leverage livestreaming ecommerce effectively — covering key trends and technologies and best practices for hosting sessions in-house or working with influencers. Read More
Analyst Corner | August 22, 2021 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Heading Toward a Disruptive “IOS” Fall as Retailers Boost Inventories and Charter Ships and PlanesThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses disruption related to inflationary pressures, out-of-stocks, and consumers staying at home more. Read More
Event Presentation | August 18, 2021 Register for Free Access Livestream Shopping 2021: Unlocking Next Gen Live CommerceOn August 18, 2021, Coresight Research hosted a digital conference that saw five innovative livestreaming-tech startups pitch their solutions. In this presentation, we introduce the concept of livestream shopping and provide insights into livestreaming e-commerce growth and opportunity in China and the US. Read More
Insight Report | August 18, 2021 Premium July 2021 China Retail Sales: Growth Slows to Single Digits for First Time in 2021We review the latest data for retail sales in China, in total and by sector. In July 2021, sales growth slowed year over year, hitting single digits for the first time this year. Read More
