July 8, 2016 Insight Report Premium WALMART PAY: WALMART’S MOBILE PAYMENT SOLUTION GAINS TRACTIONWalmart recently rolled out Walmart Pay nationwide in the US, bringing the retailer’s mobile payment solution to more than 4,600 retail stores.
July 6, 2016 Deep Dive Premium Gym Clothes Are Making Their Way Out of the Gym: A Primer on AthleisureAthleisure is the trend of wearing activewear, clothing designed for athletic workouts, both inside and outside the gym. Athleisure is affecting big brands and traditional apparel retailers in a significant way.
June 30, 2016 Company Earnings Update Register for Free Access Alibaba (BABA) Steps Up Global Expansion Strategy by Raising its Stake in LazadaAlibaba announced that it will pay almost $1 billion to increase its stake in leading Southeast Asia e-commerce platform Lazada to 83% from 51%.
June 29, 2016 Insight Report Premium Under Armour (UA) Turns on the Lights at New Lighthouse FacilityOn June 28, Under Armour opened the UA Lighthouse, a center for manufacturing and design leadership, in Baltimore, Maryland.
June 21, 2016 Flash Report Register for Free Access Happy ReturnsHappy Returns is a company that provides centralized, in-person return services for online retailers.
June 21, 2016 Deep Dive Premium The Silver Series III: Technology for Mobility-Constrained SeniorsThis 3rd report in our Silver Series examines the technology that is enabling seniors who are mobility constrained to remain connected and rely less on the assistance of others.
June 21, 2016 Deep Dive Premium The Silver Series II: Homecare and Assisted LivingThis 2nd report in our Silver Series examines how providing seniors with assistance in everyday living has evolved into a thriving industry.
June 16, 2016 Company Earnings Update Register for Free Access Kroger 1Q16 Results: Beats on Earnings on Strong Margins; Reaffirms Full-Year GuidanceKroger reported 1Q16 EPS of $0.70 versus the consensus estimate of $0.69.
June 15, 2016 Event Presentation Premium Breakfast with Disruptors – Investing in Women-Led StartupsAbout Fung Global • Fung Global Retail & Technology advises retailers, real estate developers and tech companies on projects situated at the intersection of retail, tech and/or fashion. • Our team offers a robust knowledge bank and significant experience in the retail, fashion and tech fields. We are involved in many areas of the business and believe this allows us to offer a unique perspective by focusing on the future and where the sector is heading.
June 10, 2016 Event Presentation Premium Top Ten Trends and Disruptors in Digital Beauty (Paris)In-store tech can play a role in enhancing the experience, offering service, and bringing the information consumers are used to getting online, into stores.
June 9, 2016 Event Presentation Premium Future of Retail: Is It Coming Apart at the Seams? (RMS)• Over the next 5 years US consumer spending is forecasted to grow by 22%; non-essential categories, including vacations and dining out, will see the fastest growth, about 27% (Mintel) • More than 3 in 4 millennials would choose to spend money on a desirable experience • Experiences are what people use to define themselves across social channels
June 8, 2016 Event Presentation Premium Investing in Women-Led StartupsDrivers 1. INSTITUTIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL 2. THOUGHT LEADERSHIP 3. GLOBAL WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP EVENTS 4. INCREASING VC FUNDING 5. IMPROVED ANGEL INVESTMENT
June 1, 2016 Insight Report Premium June 2016 US Same-Store SalesThe earlier Easter weighed on results for some retailers in March. L Brands noted that it had a one-point negative impact, while Zumiez and Fred’s also called out an impact from the calendar shift of the holiday.
June 1, 2016 Flash Report Register for Free Access Vera Bradley (VRA) 1Q17 Results: Beats on EPS, but Revenues Are LightVera Bradley reported fiscal 1Q17 EPS of $0.06 versus the consensus estimate of $0.05.
May 31, 2016 Event Presentation Premium Eco-Friendly Fashion Production and Distribution (EMERGE)• 80 billion pieces of clothing purchased worldwide each year • Up 400% from 2 decades ago • ¾ garments end up in landfills or are incinerated after short lifespan • 1/6 of people worldwide work in garment industry
