Insight Report 10 minutes PremiumQuick Take: 17 Shocking Moments in 2017 Coresight Research December 29, 2017 Executive SummaryThere were a number of “shocking moments” in retail and tech in 2017, and we summarize 17 of them in this report. The number of store closure announcements in the US has increased 229% year over year, as of December 22, and continues to exceed store openings. The year saw luxury brands move online, with notable e-commerce players striking deals with some of the big names in luxury. 2017 has also been a year of consolidation, with a surge in M&A and investment activity. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Generative AI Latest: The Rise of RAG, Updates from Amazon, Meta and OracleMarket Outlook: UK Home-Improvement Retailing—Easing Market Conditions and Pent-Up Demand To Support Sales GrowthThree Data Points We’re Watching This WeekWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 5: US Openings Up 11%