February 27, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Head-to-Head in Global Convenience-Store Retailing: Seven & i vs. Alimentation Couche-TardAs part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare Alimentation Couche-Tard and Seven & i, two leading convenience-store retailers. We provide insights into key elements of their businesses, covering revenue, operating margins and brick-and-mortar, digital and overall growth strategies.
February 24, 2023 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 8: US Closures Jump 36% in One WeekOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Bass Pro, Boscov’s, James Avery Artisan Jewelry, Trader Joe’s and Walmart, among others.
February 21, 2023 Insight Report Premium US, UK, EU & China Quarterly Economic Update, 4Q22: Decelerating Indicators Point Toward Economic SlowdownThe Quarterly Economic Update discusses macroeconomic indicators—GDP, consumer spending and inflation—from the US, the UK, the EU (European Union) and China. We look at recently released data for the fourth quarter of 2022, which show depressed consumer spending levels in the UK, France and Germany, and softening growth in the US.
February 20, 2023 Insight Report Premium January 2023 UK Retail Sales: Sales Slow Amid Economic UncertaintyIn January 2023, UK retail sales (excluding automotive fuel) decreased by 3.2% year over year. Using data from the Office for National Statistics, we look at total and online growth trends and performance by sector.
February 19, 2023 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Growing Signs of Economic OptimismThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” looks at bright spots in the global economic outlook, with highlights from the US, China and the UK.
February 17, 2023 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 7: UK Openings Up 46%Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Amazon, Ashley HomeStore, Iceland, Lidl and under Armour, among others.
February 16, 2023 Deep Dive Free Report CGI and 3D Product Imagery: The Future of Visual Merchandising in E-CommerceComputer-generated imagery (CGI), also known as 3D rendering, can provide a competitive advantage for retail companies in producing and managing product visuals for e-commerce. Leveraging proprietary survey findings, we analyze current challenges in online visual merchandising and the benefits of CGI. This free report is sponsored by Nfinite.
February 14, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Market Outlook: UK Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Market Softens, Industry Players Seek To Improve MarginsWe discuss the growth trajectory of the apparel and footwear market in the UK amid the country’s sluggish economic conditions and inflationary pressures.
February 14, 2023 Insight Report Premium Global Economic Outlook Looking More Positive: What’s NewIn recent weeks, conversations, forecasts and data around global economic growth have generally turned more positive. We discuss recent economic metrics, projections and discussions, with a focus on the US, China and the UK.
February 12, 2023 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Roblox and Fortnite Set the Stage for the Developing MetaverseThis week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses how fashion brands and retailers can launch in the metaverse of today through established pre-Web 3.0 platforms Roblox and Fortnite.
February 10, 2023 Insight Report Premium Shein in Fast Fashion—Update: Establishing Dominance Through New Strategies and Business Expansion PlansShein gained ground as a leading player in the fast-fashion market in 2022 and is set to expand its business in 2023. Building on a previous report, we explore the company’s major strategies and recent developments.
February 10, 2023 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 6: UK Closures Up 65%Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Aldi, Bed Bath & Beyond, Jigsaw and Screwfix, among others.
February 7, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Market Outlook: UK Department Stores—Slimmed Down and Shaping UpWe analyze how UK department stores are adapting to reach modern consumers. We analyze the size and growth prospects of the market and detail the competitive landscape and key themes we are watching.
February 6, 2023 Insight Report Premium Roblox and Fortnite: Bridges to the Metaverse for Fashion BrandsEstablished pre-Web 3.0 platforms Roblox and Fortnite have loyal and active user bases, and they are setting the stage and user trends for the developing metaverse. We present an overview of the two platforms and explore how they are helping fashion brands launch in the virtual world.
February 3, 2023 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 5: US Openings Up 11%Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Amazon, The TJX Companies, Tractor Supply Co. and Walmart, among others.
