Deep Dive | June 24, 2021 Premium The New Age of Customer-First Supply Chains: Introduction—Four Pillars for Building a Resilient and Profitable Supply ChainIntroducing Coresight Research’s new series, entitled The New Age of Customer-First Supply Chains, we outline four pillars to building a resilient and profitable supply chain in retail, built on a foundation of sustainability and the bottom line. Read More
Deep Dive | June 22, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Travel Plans and a Widespread Return to Public Places Signal a Strong Summer AheadOur latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. We present findings on where, how and how much consumers are shopping, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. Read More
Deep Dive | June 21, 2021 Premium Think Tank: Livestreaming E-Commerce—Opportunity in the USAccelerated digital adoption has opened the door for livestreaming e-commerce to gain traction in the US. The social, interactive channel presents opportunity for brands and retailers to engage with shoppers, adapt to changing consumer preferences and increase sales. In this Think Tank, we explore the development of livestreaming e-commerce and its future prospects, including key market drivers. Read More
Deep Dive | June 17, 2021 Premium Five Key Insights into the Custom Apparel MarketWe see apparel customization as a key way for brands and retailers to differentiate themselves as the apparel industry bounces back from the slump in demand in 2020. In this report, we discuss five key insights into the global custom apparel market, covering clothing and footwear in customizable colors, sizes, and styles. Read More
Deep Dive | June 16, 2021 Premium The Future Model of US Department StoresWith the rise in e-commerce amid pandemic-led disruption, the transformation of the department store model will be pivotal to the future success of the sector. We explore potential shifts in the sector based on five key trends that we have identified across physical and digital retail channels—covering experimental formats, specialized stores, endless aisle inventory, new partnership models and stores as fulfillment hubs. Read More
Deep Dive | June 15, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Consumers’ Shopping Plans for Independence Day 2021Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we discuss consumers’ plans for Independence Day (July 4) this year. We also present findings on where, how and how much consumers are shopping, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. Read More
Deep Dive | June 14, 2021 Premium IPOs in Retail: Strong Growth Opportunities in the US and the UKThere has been a significant rise in retail and consumer goods initial public offerings (IPOs) in the US and the UK in 2020 and the first half of 2021. We explore the opportunities and challenges facing private retailers and brand owners seeking to enter public markets via IPOs. We also discuss the aftermarket performance of recently completed IPOs and notable developments in the pipeline for 2021. Read More
Deep Dive | June 10, 2021 Premium How Updated Laws Are Impacting the Outcomes of US Retail Bankruptcies TodayIn the context of a recent surge in retail bankruptcies, it is important for retailers to understand how updates to the US Bankruptcy Code impact retail bankruptcy outcomes today. We review pandemic-led bankruptcies in 2020 and year-to-date 2021, and offer recommendations for how US retailers filing for bankruptcy can improve their prospects for a successful turnaround. Read More
Deep Dive | June 9, 2021 Free Report 10 Trends in US CPGUS CPG companies have increasingly adopted advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, amid pandemic-led disruption. In this free report, sponsored by Prevedere, we analyze 10 key trends impacting the US CPG industry that are being driven by such technologies—covering sustainability, demand forecasting, digital shelf optimization and more. Read More
Deep Dive | June 8, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Consumers’ Shopping Plans for Father’s Day 2021Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we discuss consumers’ spending plans for Father’s Day this year. We also present findings on where, how and how much consumers are shopping, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. Read More
Deep Dive | June 8, 2021 Free Report How Retailers Can Unlock True Profit PotentialUncovering potential savings in GNFR (goods not for resale) expense has become increasingly important, as many US retail and CPG companies have encountered constrained profit margins as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. In this free report, we explore the profit improvement potential offered by GNFR, leveraging proprietary survey findings. We also discuss how services and technology solution providers such as LogicSource can help businesses reduce GNFR expense through improved access to data analytics and automation. Read More
Deep Dive | June 7, 2021 Premium Playbook: Evolving the Last Mile in the USIn this Playbook, we present four key strategies that US retailers can adopt to gain a competitive advantage in the last mile, covering in-house logistics infrastructure, returns, sustainability, and technology for BOPIS and curbside pickup. Read More
Market Outlook | June 3, 2021 Premium Market Outlook: US Department Stores—Opportunities in E-Commerce and ApparelIn this Market Outlook, we discuss the performance and outlook for the US department store sector. We explore e-commerce penetration, the competitive landscape and US retail innovators. We also discuss key themes in the sector, covering supply chains, new retail partnerships and continuing category expansion. Read More
Deep Dive | June 2, 2021 Free Report Innovator Intelligence: Why Retail Needs To Revisit SEOThe pandemic-driven surge in e-commerce and the tightening of marketing budgets present an opportunity for retailers to review their search engine optimization (SEO) strategies. In this free report, sponsored by Botify, we analyze the key industry trends driving the need for SEO reconsideration in retail and discuss the importance and benefits of organic search. We also explore the Botify enterprise SEO platform, which can help retailers uncover SEO opportunities to derive real business value. Read More
Deep Dive | May 31, 2021 Premium US Consumer Tracker: Consumers’ Shopping Plans for Amazon Prime Day 2021Our US Consumer Tracker offers insights into current shopping behaviors, including during Amazon’s Prime Day. Learn more about consumers’ plans to spend and trends in avoidance of public places. Read More
