Insight Report | August 29, 2023 Premium August 2023 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaOur Monthly Consumer Update analyzes key consumer indicators from the US, the UK and China. In this report, we examine the latest data as of August 28, 2023, covering inflation, earnings, retail sales and more. Read More
Deep Dive | August 28, 2023 Premium Consumer Caution Grows: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how weakening consumer sentiment is affecting behavior and purchasing trends in China. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | August 21, 2023 Premium Screen Time Continues To Increase: China Consumer TrackerWe assess consumers’ increased engagement with TV, video games and livestreams over the summer break. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | August 17, 2023 Premium July 2023 China Retail Sales: Retail Sales Slowdown ContinuesWe review the latest data for retail sales in China, showing that in July 2023, year-over-year sales grew 1%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Insight Report | August 16, 2023 Premium International Travel in China: New Competition as WeChat Pay and Alipay Accept Foreign Payment Cards?We assess how new payment systems announced by WeChat Pay and Alipay will unlock international tourists’ spending, affecting both Chinese and international retailers. Read More
Deep Dive | August 14, 2023 Premium Summer Break Boosts Screen Time: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumer behavior and engagement with TV and video games is shifting during the summer break. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | August 11, 2023 Premium Countdown to China’s Singles’ Day 2023: Three Months To Go—Livestreaming Trends That Brands Must KnowSingles’ Day, the largest online shopping festival in the world, is just three months away! As live video has become an increasingly popular shopping channel among Chinese consumers, we look at the latest trends in livestreaming e-commerce to inform brands’ and retailers’ Singles’ Day 2023 preparations. Read More
Deep Dive | August 7, 2023 Premium Retail-Related Activities Stutter: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumers are engaging with retail in China after the summer shopping festivals. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | August 1, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: US Companies Commit to Responsible Use, Consumers See Potential for New ApplicationsContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering expanded use cases, new regulations and commitments for responsible use in the US and China, and Meta’s continuous investment in AI. Read More
Deep Dive | July 31, 2023 Premium Indoor Activities Up: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumers are responding to changes in the Covid-19 policy in China. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | July 27, 2023 Premium July 2023 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaOur Monthly Consumer Update analyzes key consumer indicators from the US, the UK and China. In this report, we examine the latest data as of July 26, 2023, covering inflation, earnings, retail sales and more. Read More
Deep Dive | July 24, 2023 Premium Retail-Related Activities Tick Down: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumer behavior and activity is evolving as the summer progresses. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | July 21, 2023 Premium June 2023 China Retail Sales: Total Retail Sales Growth SlowsWe review the latest data for retail sales in China, showing that in June 2023, year-over-year sales grew 1.7%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Market Outlook | July 18, 2023 Premium Market Outlook: Department Stores in China—Consumer Shift Toward E-Commerce Squeezes SalesWe dive into the Chinese department stores sector—covering its size and competitive landscape, as well as factors and themes impacting its growth—to offer insights that can help relevant department stores, brands and retailers. Read More
Deep Dive | July 17, 2023 Premium Avoidance Up, Activities Down: China Consumer TrackerWe assess how consumer behavior and activity is evolving since the 6.18 shopping festival. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
