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Access research reports and presentations on the retail and technology ecosystem, including consumers, companies, economies, and retail and technology trends. Use the filters below to find research reports and presentations by sector, theme, company or other parameters. Alternatively, use the search box above to find relevant research content.

Deep Dive | October 17, 2022 Premium

America’s Biggest Apparel and Footwear Specialty Retailers: Assessing Performance and Strategy

We analyze America’s biggest apparel and footwear specialty retailers, providing financial metrics, positioning, target audiences, growth strategies and analyst commentary on their performance. Our coverage includes Gap Inc, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Foot Locker, American Eagle Outfitters, Lululemon Athletica, Victoria’s Secret & Co., Urban Outfitters, H&M, Designer Brands and Academy Sports + Outdoors

Deep Dive | October 17, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Halloween Spending Plans

We analyze consumers’ expectations of their Halloween spending and activities. Our US consumer survey presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.

Deep Dive | October 17, 2022 Free Report

US Holiday Gifting 2022: Decoding Shopper Plans Amid Increasing Uncertainty

We discuss what shopping for gifts might look like in the 2022 holiday season. Leveraging a Coresight Research survey of US gift shoppers, we present key trends and consider how retailers can meet the expectations of value-oriented and budget-conscious shoppers while capitalizing on the still-growing gifting economy. This free report is sponsored by GiftNow.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | October 13, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: US Home-Improvement Retailing—Personalization and the Resurrection of In-Store Retail

We analyze the US home-improvement (DIY) retail sector as the housing market cools off, covering market size, factors, the online market, competitive landscape and themes we are watching. We also introduce retail innovators.

Deep Dive | October 12, 2022 Premium

RetailTech: Cloud Computing—Amazon vs. Google vs. Microsoft

As part of our RetailTech series, we outline the benefits and types of cloud computing, and discuss the “Big Three” providers of cloud computing services—Amazon, Google and Microsoft—as well as other providers of cloud services and cloud applications.

Deep Dive | October 11, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Sustainability and Retail Snapshot

We analyze what consumers want retailers to do in the area of sustainability as well as how consumers’ shopping behavior has been impacted by sustainability. Our US consumer survey presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | October 10, 2022 Premium

US Personal Care Category: Growth Led by Consumer Demand for Wellness and Self-Care

In this report, we discuss the performance and trajectory of the personal care category within the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector. We also cover factors impacting the category, the competitive landscape and themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond.

Deep Dive | October 10, 2022 Premium

4Q22 US Livestreaming Tracker: Promotions and Informative Content Attract Shoppers Ahead of the Festival Season

The first report in our new, quarterly US Livestreaming Tracker series analyzes findings from a proprietary survey of US consumers to explore the role of livestreaming in the shopping journey over the past three months. We discuss livestreaming platforms, spending across various product categories and more.

Deep Dive | October 6, 2022 Premium

Alcohol, Tobacco and Marijuana: How Are Vice Categories Faring Following Their Pandemic-Led Boom?

We analyze the “vice” categories of alcohol, tobacco/cigarettes and recreational marijuana in the US. We detail how these categories are faring in the current environment now that the day-to-day pressure of the pandemic has eased.

Deep Dive | October 6, 2022 Premium

September 2022 US Housing Market Indicators: New Residential Construction Slows Amid Declining Sales and Rising Inventory

We examine nine indicators to assess the health of the US housing market. The most recent data show declining sales, rising inventories and slowing construction.

Deep Dive | October 5, 2022 Premium

US Cannabis Survey 2022: Marijuana Usage Up After Legalization

We analyze data from our proprietary survey on the cannabis consumer, showing that marijuana use is up after legalization. We report the size of the marijuana market, methods of and reasons for consumption, where consumers purchase marijuana and their average spending.

Deep Dive | October 4, 2022 Premium

US Subscription E-Commerce—Unboxing the $15 Billion Market

Following strong consumer demand and sales growth in 2021, US subscription e-commerce revenues and relationships continue to benefit from the recurring sales model. We present our subscription market size analysis and discuss proprietary consumer survey data. We also explore business models, major players, key themes and opportunities for US brands and retailers in the market.

Deep Dive | October 4, 2022 Premium

10 Trends in US Furniture and Home-Furnishings Retailing

We analyze 10 trends in US furniture and home-furnishings retailing, ranging from strengthening brick-and-mortar strategies to using customer data for predictive analytics and personalization. We offer insights for companies seeking to capitalize on ongoing changes in the market.

Deep Dive | October 3, 2022 Premium

Head-to-Head in Luxury: Capri Holdings vs. Tapestry

Capri Holdings and Tapestry are two of the largest luxury groups in the US. As part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we provide insights into key elements of the two businesses, covering revenue growth and segmentation, as well as the companies’ digital, product and sustainability strategies.

Deep Dive | September 29, 2022 Premium

US Footwear Retailing: A Brand-Prominent Market Presents Opportunities in Innovative Products

We analyze the US footwear market, including recent and projected growth, key market factors and the competitive landscape. We also discuss three themes we are watching that brands and retailers should be aware of as they aim to better serve footwear demand.