July 26, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Head-to-Head in US Department Store Retailing: Kohl’s vs. Macy’sWe analyze the two leading US department stores, Kohl’s and Macy’s, by revenues, store portfolios, digital sales, product diversification, shopper profiles, consumer purchasing patterns, inflation impacts and innovations.
July 25, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Playbook: Beauty in the Metaverse—Four Strategies for Success in the Virtual WorldIn this Playbook, we outline four key ways in which beauty brands and retailers can begin participating in the metaverse.
July 22, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Head-to-Head in China’s Sportswear Market: Anta vs. Li-NingAnta and Li-Ning are the two largest sportswear brand owners in China. In this Head-to-Head report, we compare the two companies’ revenues as well as brand positioning, sales channels and key strategies
July 21, 2022 Deep Dive Premium China Livestreaming E-Commerce Survey 2022: Value and Brand Trust Are Key in Live-Video ShoppingWe present insights into the current state of the livestreaming market in China, based on findings from a proprietary consumer survey. We explore the use of livestream shopping, popular platforms, categories and formats, consumer spending behaviors and more.
July 21, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Mass CustomizationMass customization enables brands and retailers to offer certain made-to-order features while maintaining costs closer to those of mass-produced goods. We present selected startups globally whose technology solutions support retailers in implementing mass customization.
July 20, 2022 Deep Dive Premium 10 Trends in Global BeautyConsumer expectations around beauty products and brands continue to evolve, and the sector must keep pace to capitalize on new opportunities. We present 10 trends that are impacting the global beauty market and identify strategies for beauty brands and retailers to best capitalize on momentum in each area.
July 19, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers Settle into SummerShoppers are settling into the summer, with the avoidance rate remaining steady for public places overall. Our US Consumer Tracker survey analysis presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.
July 19, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Influencer Marketing in Luxury: Video-First and VirtualWe discuss how luxury brands can use influencers to drive sales, what younger consumer audiences seek and the future of luxury influencer marketing.
July 18, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Playbook: Mastering Online Returns LogisticsIn this Playbook, we present four strategies for brands and retailers globally to overcome returns logistics hurdles, driving efficiencies in their reverse supply chain. We cover returns channels, refundless returns, channels for disposing of merchandise, and more.
July 15, 2022 Deep Dive Premium 10 Trends in the US CPG MarketIn this report, we look at 10 trends impacting the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) market and discuss how companies targeting the market can capitalize on the changes we expect to see in 2022 and beyond.
July 14, 2022 Deep Dive Premium US Back to School 2022: Channels and Retailers—Who Is Set To Capture Share?Continuing our US Back-to-School 2022 series, we analyze the channels and retailers that US consumers look set to shop this season. We identify who is set to capture share of back-to-school spending, leveraging findings from a proprietary survey of US consumers.
July 13, 2022 Deep Dive Premium America’s Biggest Grocery Retailers: Assessing Performance and StrategyWe explore the competitive landscape of the US grocery market by analyzing performance metrics for the top eight US grocery retailers. We also analyze the companies’ propositions and business strategies.
July 12, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: How Did Consumers Celebrate Independence Day?Fewer US consumers avoided public places over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, with many choosing to dine out or visit coffee shops. Our US Consumer Tracker survey analysis presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.
July 12, 2022 Deep Dive Premium E-Commerce Outlook: US Beauty—Skincare To Lead Online GrowthAn increasing number of US beauty purchases have been made online in the past few years, especially since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. In this E-Commerce Outlook, we examine the size and trajectory of the US online beauty market and present key market drivers, industry players, innovators and themes we expect to see in 2022 and beyond.
July 11, 2022 Deep Dive Premium The Evolving Gender-Free Category: Trends and Opportunities in Apparel, Footwear, Jewelry and BeautyWe examine the growing gender-free category with evidence of its evolution through more mainstreaming of gender identity, legal requirements, store openings, product launches and celebrity brands. We also analyze how education and fit are considerations for any brand or retailer considering entering the category.
