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Deep Dive | April 7, 2022 Premium

International Grocery Retailers in India: Growth Opportunities Despite Regulatory Constraints

India’s $600 billion grocery retail sector is predominantly unorganized. With organized retail still finding its feet, we examine the opportunities for Western grocery retailers to claim a sizeable slice of India’s grocery sector, as well as the barriers to entry.

Deep Dive | April 7, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker Extra: Inflation Reactions and Grocery Trends

With high inflation in US grocery, we examine shoppers’ perceptions of price rises and how they are changing their behavior as a result, with breakdowns by income band, based on exclusive Coresight Research data. Our US Consumer Tracker Extra provides a deeper dive into longer-term trends revealed by our weekly survey data.

Deep Dive | April 6, 2022 Premium

Head-to-Head in US Off-Price Retail: Ross Stores vs. TJX Marmaxx

Ross Stores and TJX Marmaxx are the two largest players in the US off-price sector. As part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare the two companies, providing insights into their revenues, store fleets, supply chain capabilities and more.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | April 6, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Growth Continues with New Selling Models

We analyze the US apparel and footwear market for 2022 and beyond, examining growth rates, e-commerce, the competitive landscape and six key themes we are watching.

Deep Dive | April 4, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Easter Expectations

Avoidance of public places rose again, up from its mid-March low. Consumers who plan to spend on Easter estimate spending an average of $200. We analyze consumer habits across food and nonfood categories as well as in-store and online purchases. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Deep Dive | April 4, 2022 Premium

Onshoring: Is Now the Time for the US?

Amid revived debate around reshoring sourcing and manufacturing to the US, we discuss onshoring as a sourcing strategy for US brands and retailers and what it would take to bring sourcing to the US.

Deep Dive | March 30, 2022 Premium

Shein in US Fast Fashion: The Multibillion-Dollar Apparel Giant Captures Share Among Young Shoppers

Shein is gaining share in the US fast-fashion market. We analyze the apparel giant’s strategies, target consumers, and competitive strengths and weaknesses, as well as recent company developments.

Deep Dive | March 30, 2022 Free Report

Retail Personalization in 2022: Balancing Trust, Data Collection and Privacy

Brands and retailers must recognize value exchange as a key component when they deliver personalized marketing efforts to consumers. We discuss the difference in perceptions between consumers and retailers on retail personalization and data privacy, based on proprietary survey findings. We also look at areas such as loyalty programs and consumers’ willingness to share their personal data. This free report is sponsored by Sailthru.

Deep Dive | March 29, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Rising Avoidance Fuels Online Shopping

Online shopping is rising along with US consumers’ avoidance of public places. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Deep Dive | March 28, 2022 Premium

4Q21 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Strong Growth Continues for Most Brands and Retailers

We analyze the fourth quarter of 2021 performance of select, mostly US-based retailers, brands, and e-commerce platforms in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes.

Deep Dive | March 25, 2022 Free Report

Business Planning and Forecasting: Setting Up for Success Amid Rising Economic Volatility

We explore the current state of planning and forecasting processes in retail, including the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. We present three key strategies for businesses to succeed in a volatile environment, focusing on the use of external economic data, investments and planning systems. This free report is sponsored by Prevedere.

Deep Dive | March 22, 2022 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear—Momentum To Continue in 2022 and Beyond

The e-commerce apparel market presents growth opportunities, especially for companies that can innovate to offer interactive experiences and address increasing last-mile costs. We examine the size and trajectory of the US online apparel and footwear sector and present key market drivers, industry players, themes and innovators.

Deep Dive | March 22, 2022 Premium

Inclusivity in Retail: Trends from 2021, Learnings for 2022

Inclusivity is one of the biggest movements retail today. We explore progress in 2021 and present our expectations for the development of inclusivity in retail in 2022, across areas such as adaptive products, gender-free and plus-size offerings, and the diversification of suppliers.

Deep Dive | March 21, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Public Avoidance Falls Below 50% as Return to Normality Gathers Pace

Less than half of US consumers are now avoiding public places. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Deep Dive | March 17, 2022 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: E-Commerce Fulfillment

As the pandemic-led e-commerce surge continues, brands and retailers must innovate in their online operations to handle inventory management, order fulfillment and returns challenges. We present selected startups globally with innovative e-commerce fulfillment solutions.