May 4, 2020 Deep Dive Premium Coronavirus Insights: US Survey Update—Consumers’ Post-Lockdown Concerns Increase Further (Full Report)Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations amid the coronavirus crisis, with a focus on the implications for retail. We discuss shoppers’ expectations for the period after lockdowns end and the crisis eases. Our consumer survey was undertaken on April 29.
May 3, 2020 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: May 3, 2020—What Could the Shape of a Retail Recovery Look Like?This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” looks at what the shape of retail’s recovery could look like.
May 1, 2020 Insight Report Premium Coronavirus Insights: What Will a Retail Recovery Look Like?There are signs that US state governments are already developing plans and timelines to restart the economy following the easing of the coronavirus crisis. We analyze the possible stages of recovery for discretionary retail in the US and consider the factors that will affect consumer purchasing power and buying conviction.
May 1, 2020 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 18: JCPenney Seeks Bankruptcy Funding, Inches Closer to BankruptcyOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Gap Inc. and JCPenney in the US and Animal, Debenhams and John Lewis in the UK.
April 30, 2020 Deep Dive Premium RetailTech: Forecasting Capex Trends during Covid-19, Incorporating an Analysis of the GFCWe analyze tech and non-tech capital spending in US retail and consider the huge impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. We compare the current situation to the Global Financial Crisis of 2007–2009—which represented a similar major disruption to the global economy—in order to estimate the outlook of US capital expenditure in 2020 and 2021.
April 30, 2020 Insight Report Premium Brand Mashups: Limited-Edition Products a Lever To Support Consumer Demand in Tough TimesBrand mashups effectively leverage the unique strengths of each brand to drive shopper excitement. We present examples of recent mashups—some of which are unlikely partnerships—that are generating consumer interest during the coronavirus crisis.
April 30, 2020 Insight Report Premium Coronavirus Insights: Retail Playbook—React and AdaptWith the global retail industry taking heavy hits from the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, we provide a playbook for nonfood brands and retailers in Western markets to help them navigate the crisis. Our guide is based around the themes of reacting in the short term and adapting in the medium to long term.
April 29, 2020 Flash Report Register for Free Access L’Oréal USA Navigates Coronavirus: Beauty OpportunitiesLike many companies in the beauty industry, French cosmetics company L’Oréal has been impacted by the coronavirus crisis. We present insights from company CEO Stéphane Rinderknech, who discussed with WWD’s Beauty Inc how L’Oréal USA is navigating the pandemic and where opportunities have emerged.
April 29, 2020 Insight Report Premium 2020 Tax Tracker, Week 12: Filings Down, IRS Issues $158 Billion in Economic Impact PaymentsAs of week 12 of the US tax refund season, the number of returns received by the IRS is significantly down year over year and a huge percentage of these were filed electronically—both impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Economic Impact Payments totaled around $158 billion in the program’s first three weeks.
April 29, 2020 Market Navigators/Market Outlook Premium Market Overview: E-Commerce Platforms–Mixed Impact from Coronavirus, but Innovation Continues To Support GainsIn this Market Overview, we explore the current retail e-commerce market and its future outlook, with a focus on China and the US. We consider the competitive landscape and the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. This report also discusses a number of key themes in the market, including new physical store formats, social commerce and private labels.
April 29, 2020 Free Report Three Things You Need To Know: Coronavirus Insights—US Survey Update—Shoppers’ Post-Lockdown Expectations Sound Alarm Bells for RetailWe present Three Things You Need To Know on Coronavirus Insights: US Survey Update—Shoppers’ Post-Lockdown Expectations Sound Alarm Bells for Retail.
April 28, 2020 Insight Report Premium Coronavirus Insights: Americans under Isolation Orders Fuel the Vice EconomyStay-at-home Americans are indulging in their favorite vices while waiting out the coronavirus pandemic. We look at the impact of the current crisis on a number of vice industries, namely pornography, recreational cannabis, alcohol and tobacco/cigarettes.
April 28, 2020 Insight Report Premium March 2020 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in March 2020, we can see the substantial impact of the coronavirus in the US and the UK, but a minor rebound for China as the retail sales decline eased.
April 27, 2020 Event Coverage Register for Free Access Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 2020: Fashion, Passion and Sustainability in a Coronavirus WorldIndustry leaders in the fashion industry came together for two days of discussion amid the coronavirus pandemic. We present key insights from Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 2020 summit, which was hosted online and emphasized sustainability and philanthropy in fashion.
April 27, 2020 Flash Report Register for Free Access Coronavirus Insights: US Survey Update—Shoppers’ Post-Lockdown Expectations Sound Alarm Bells for Retail (Select Findings)This free report features select findings from our US consumer survey, undertaken on April 22, which asked respondents about their behavior and sentiment amid the coronavirus crisis. This week, we focus our discussion on shoppers’ expectations for the period after lockdowns end and the crisis eases.
