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Deep Dive | December 5, 2023 Premium

Playbook: Six Quick Wins in Generative AI

This Playbook provides critical strategies for companies to harness the power of generative AI in retail, covering product development, personalized marketing, employee productivity and more. Gain a competitive edge in the fast-paced retail landscape with these quick wins in generative AI.

Deep Dive | December 4, 2023 Premium

November 2023 US Housing Market Indicators: Mortgage Rates Ease

We present insights into the US housing market as of the end of November 2023, covering home sales and prices, housing permits, starts and completions, and more. The latest available data reveal an easing of the recent rapid growth in mortgage rates.

Deep Dive | December 4, 2023 Databank Members

Increased Avoidance of Public Places: China Consumer Survey Insights

We assess consumer behavior, purchasing and preferences during the recent uptick in respiratory illnesses. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Deep Dive | December 1, 2023 Premium

US, UK, EU & China Quarterly Economic Update, 3Q23: Growth in the US, France and China as Possibility of German Recession Looms

The Quarterly Economic Update discusses macroeconomic indicators—GDP, consumer spending and inflation—from the US, the UK, the EU (European Union) and China. We look at recently released data for the third quarter of 2023, which show economic growth in the US, China and France.

Deep Dive | November 29, 2023 Premium

4Q23 US Livestreaming Tracker: Trust and Quality Drive Purchase Decisions in Live-Video Commerce

Explore US consumer behavior in the world of livestreaming e-commerce. Continuing our US Livestreaming Tracker series, our survey analysis delves into live-video commerce trends and livestream viewers’ preferences. We uncover the role of livestreaming in the shopping journey—covering popular platforms, product categories and more.

Deep Dive | November 28, 2023 Databank Members

Consumers Report Improvement in Financial Health: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 48

Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. This week, we also include our monthly questions on consumers’ financial health.

Deep Dive | November 27, 2023 Databank Members

Singles’ Day Participation Analysis: China Consumer Survey Insights

We assess consumer behavior, purchasing and preferences during the Singles’ Day shopping festival. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Deep Dive | November 21, 2023 Databank Members

Consumers Optimistic About the Economy But Inflation Concerns Persist: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 47

We assess consumers’ perceptions of inflation and its likely impacts on holiday retails. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | November 21, 2023 Premium

Market Navigator: US CPG—Significant Growth Opportunities Amid a Dynamic Landscape

We present our definitive guide on the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) market. In this Market Navigator report, we explore the sector’s size, trajectory, growth factors and competitive landscape; provide consumer survey analysis; and cover themes and innovators we are watching in the space.

Deep Dive | November 20, 2023 Databank Members

Certain Categories See E-Commerce Boost: China Consumer Survey Insights

We identify the product categories benefitting from Singles’ Day discounts. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Deep Dive | November 15, 2023 Premium

Ebook: Discount Decades

Our Discount Decades ebook explores the world of discount retailing in the US, covering key players across three sectors—apparel (including off-price), grocery (with a focus on limited-range discounters) and dollar stores (and adjacent discount formats). We discuss retailers’ revenues, profitability, store expansions, demographic profiles, success strategies and future growth potential.

Deep Dive | November 14, 2023 Databank Members

Dollar Stores Thrive Amid Economic Concerns: US Consumer Survey Insights 2023, Week 46

We assess consumer behavior amid macroeconomic concerns as holiday shopping begins. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | November 13, 2023 Databank Members

Livestreams Yet To See a Singles’ Day Surge: China Consumer Survey Insights

We assess Chinese consumer behavior amid early Singles’ Day discounts. Our weekly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ levels of activity and sentiment.

Deep Dive | November 8, 2023 Premium

Discount Decades—US Dollar and Discount Stores: Unlocking Their Potential for Future Growth

In this report, part of our new Discount Decades series, we discuss the major players operating in the US dollar and discount stores landscape, discussing their revenues, profitability, store expansions, demographic profiles, success strategies and future growth potential.

Deep Dive | November 7, 2023 Premium

Discount Decades—US Apparel and Footwear Discounters: Set For Market Share Gains

As part of our new, forward-looking Discount Decades series, we discuss the future of key apparel and footwear discounters operating in the US, including Burlington Stores, Ross Stores and TJX Companies. We discuss their revenues, operating margins, store expansions, demographic profiles and strategies for success, and assess their potential for future growth.