January 17, 2023 Deep Dive Premium E-Commerce Outlook: US Department Stores—Digital Slows as Consumers Shop in StoresWe explore the US department store sector’s recent online performance and future e-commerce prospects, as well the strategies that major players Kohl’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom are implementing in the online space.
January 17, 2023 Deep Dive Databank Members China Consumer Tracker: More Than 70% of Respondents Are Avoiding Public PlacesA month on from the easing of China’s Covid-19 restrictions, overall avoidance remains high. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.
January 17, 2023 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Fewer Consumers Trade Down To Combat InflationWe examine how consumers are coping with inflation. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.
January 16, 2023 Deep Dive Free Report Five Retail Opportunities Amid Economic UncertaintyWe present five revenue-expanding opportunities that retailers can use to hedge against receding demand as US consumers adopt renewed caution amid economic uncertainty—covering livestreaming e-commerce, retail media and more. Selected sections of this free report are sponsored by buywith, LogicSource and XCCommerce.
January 13, 2023 Deep Dive Free Report Next-Generation Product Information Management: From Spreadsheets to AIWe discuss the importance of product information management (PIM) for improving the customer experience. Leveraging proprietary survey findings, we explore current challenges faced by brands and retailers, and future technology-powered opportunities to drive PXM (product experience management) and business success. This free report is sponsored by Digital Wave Technology.
January 12, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Head-to-Head in US Warehouse Club Retailing: Costco vs. Sam’s ClubAs part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare Costco and Sam’s Club, the two leading warehouse clubs in the US. We provide insights into five key elements of their businesses, covering revenue and margin growth, shopper profiles and their brick-and-mortar and digital strategies.
January 11, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Livestreaming in Western Markets: A Beauty Renaissance Is on the HorizonAs part of our Livestreaming in the West series, we delve into current trends and future opportunities in livestreaming e-commerce in beauty, leveraging proprietary survey data.
January 11, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Global Fast Fashion: Market Poised for Strong Growth, but Sustainability Challenges RemainWe analyze the global fast-fashion market, including growth factors, the competitive landscape and key themes. Although the market is poised for growth, companies are facing sustainability challenges.
January 10, 2023 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: More Consumers Get Out and AboutWe examine US shopper behavior through the holiday season. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.
January 10, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Market Outlook: US CPG—Growth Led by Price Hikes Amid Macroeconomic VolatilityIn this Market Outlook, we analyze the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) market, discussing market factors and themes we are watching in 2023 and beyond, including inflation, innovators and the market’s competitive landscape.
January 6, 2023 Deep Dive Premium December 2022 US Housing Market Indicators: Pending, Existing and New Home Sales All Decline as Affordability Gap WidensWe examine 10 indicators to assess the health of the US housing market in our monthly report. The most recent data show that affordability and home sales continue to drop.
January 5, 2023 Deep Dive Premium US Sportswear Retail: Multibrand Retailers Confront DTC ThreatsWe analyze the US sportswear sector, including growth factors, the competitive landscape and key themes. The sector’s landscape is evolving as major brands prioritize direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels.
January 4, 2023 Deep Dive Premium Food Insecurity in the US: Five Key TrendsThe back-to-back disruptions of the Covid-19 pandemic, high grocery inflation and a potential recession have led to a severe and lasting increase in food insecurity—a lack of consistent access to enough food to lead an active, healthy life—affecting vulnerable households. We explore the prevalence of food insecurity in the US, and key trends by region, race and benefits.
January 3, 2023 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers Weigh Holiday Needs Against Health and Weather ConcernsWe examine US shopper behavior ahead of and over the holiday season. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.
December 28, 2022 Deep Dive Premium E-Commerce Outlook: US Furniture and Home Furnishings—Specialty Sector Sales See an Ongoing Correction in DemandThe e-commerce market for US furniture and home furnishings decelerated in 2022. We analyze the market size, factors, competitive landscape, themes we are watching and innovators.
