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On February 25, 2025, the monthly Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call presented our insights on Chinese e-commerce players Shein and Temu.

In an era where consumer expectations are evolving at lightning speed, Shein and Temu have emerged as global disruptors, redefining how brands can leverage technology, data and agile supply chains to stay ahead.

In this presentation, explore the strategies behind Shein and Temu’s meteoric rise and what they reveal about the future of retail. What lessons can retailers learn from Shein and Temu? Explore how these platforms are disrupting retail, redefining consumer engagement and supply chain innovation.

Featured speakers on the Coresight Research team:

• Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder
• John Mercer, Head of Global Research

This presentation from the event explores:

• Timelines—Developments in Shein’s and Temu’s operations since their launch
• Growth Trajectories—Revenue/GMV performance by Shein and Temu
• AI Opportunities—Shein’s and Temu’s key technologies across the Coresight Research CORE Framework
• 10 Key Actions—What retailers can do to rival Shein and Temu, spanning supply chain, tech and customer engagement
• The Coresight Research STORE Framework for AI Adoption Acceleration

This presentation accompanies the on-demand webinar of the Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call in February 2025.

Other relevant research:

• The Coresight Research CORE Framework for AI in retail
• US and China E-Commerce—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Online Sales To Maintain Strong Growth Momentum
• More research on e-commerce, supply chain and GenAI in retail

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