August 23, 2022 Insight Report Premium July 2022 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Growth Nearly Flat; Ticket StrengthensIn our monthly report on US retail traffic and in-store metrics, we analyze sales across sectors, regions and location types. July 2022’s data shows traffic is nearly flat.
August 23, 2022 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 2Q22, Week 4: Sales Fall at Kohl’s, Ross and TJX as Shoppers Cut Back; Walmart Revises GuidanceOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week includes coverage of companies including Bath & Body Works, BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Kohl’s and The Home Depot, among others.
August 22, 2022 Insight Report Premium Building Blocks of the Metaverse: Artificial Intelligence (AI)As part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, we explore AI (artificial intelligence) technology as it relates to the metaverse, covering its key application and benefits in the virtual world.
August 22, 2022 Insight Report Register for Free Access How US Malls Can Embrace Digital Trends in RetailWe present the best path forward for mall operators, discuss the current state of US malls and shopping centers, and explore key shopper trends in the US. This free report is sponsored by Adeptmind.
August 21, 2022 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: The Inflationary Springboard for Grocery Private LabelThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the inflationary springboard for grocery private label
August 19, 2022 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 33: US Store Openings Up 5.6% Year over YearOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Ace Hardware and Allsup’s in the US and Next, Rituals and Sweaty Betty, among others, in the UK.
August 18, 2022 Insight Report Premium July 2022 US Retail Sales: Growth Strengthens as Inflation ModeratesJuly 2022 US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by 7% year over year, remaining healthy. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales increases and which declined in July 2022.
August 18, 2022 Insight Report Premium Digitally Native Vertical Brands in US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—An Accelerated Pursuit of ProfitabilityDigitally native vertical brands (DNVBs) are continuing to grow in the US apparel and footwear market. We analyze the market size, the competitive landscape and trends in the space.
August 17, 2022 Deep Dive Premium US Outdoor Apparel and Footwear Market: Expect Solid Prospects for Brands and RetailersWe provide an outlook of the US outdoor apparel and footwear market in 2022 and beyond. We also explore key growth drivers, the competitive landscape, opportunities arising from three market themes, and notable retail innovators in the space.
August 17, 2022 Insight Report Premium Livestreaming Latest, August 2022: China Targets Livestreaming Growth; Brands Enable Consumers To See Behind the ScenesAs part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in the global livestreaming space—namely, upgrades by social media platforms to live shopping features, government support for live commerce development in China, as well as opportunities for brands to share a behind-the-scenes look at their operations. We offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.
August 17, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Experiential Retail in Sportswear: Driving In-Store and Online Shopper EngagementWe assess the recent rise of experiential retail and innovations in the global sportswear market—with a focus on enhancing customers’ online and in-store experience. We also analyze how retailers and brand owners are reaping benefits through these innovations.
August 16, 2022 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 2Q22, Week 3: Capri and Ralph Lauren Report Strong Results; Hanesbrands and Qurate Post Sales DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week includes coverage of companies including Capri Holdings, Hanesbrands, Qurate Retail and Ralph Lauren.
August 16, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Shopper Shifts Amid Summertime CyclicalityOur survey uncovers shifts in consumer behavior driven by cyclical summertime factors, and preparation for the return to school. Our US Consumer Tracker survey analysis presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail
August 15, 2022 Insight Report Premium Metaverse Latest: Retail NFTs Net Millions; Understanding the Upcoming Ethereum MergeAs part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse space—covering virtual worlds and platforms; brands and retailers; technology and access; and NFT (non-fungible token) collection drops. We also discuss the upcoming Ethereum blockchain merge to a “proof of stake” mechanism.
August 14, 2022 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Will Holiday 2022 Inventory Be a Golden Goose or an Albatross for Retailers?This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the outlook for retailers’ holiday 2022 inventory planning strategies.
