Deep Dive | January 25, 2022 Free Report 2022 US E-Commerce Tech TrendsWe present 10 key US e-commerce trends for 2022 and beyond, and discuss what each of these trends means for brands and retailers. This report is sponsored by headless-commerce platform provider fabric. Read More
Deep Dive | January 24, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Avoidance Begins To EaseIn this week’s US Consumer Tracker, we present consumer habits that suggest avoidance of public places in the face of Omicron is beginning to ease. Read More
Store Tracker | January 20, 2022 Databank Members US and UK Store Tracker Extra: Store Openings and Closures 2021 Review and 2022 OutlookWe review store closures and openings in the US and the UK for the full-year 2021—including breaking down the numbers by sector and key retailers. Additionally, we present our projections for US store closures and openings in 2022. Read More
Deep Dive | January 18, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Avoidance Appears To PeakConsumer avoidance of public places appears to be reaching its peak, although Covid-19 case numbers remain high amid the Omicron wave. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Deep Dive | January 13, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra: Consumer Habits and Spending in 2021We use a year’s worth of US consumer survey data to track 2021 trends. Our analysis reveals differences in age and regional behaviors as well as online and in-store buying patterns. Read More
Deep Dive | January 13, 2022 Premium Retail Innovators: High-Tech Enablers in the Global Luxury EcosystemAs part of our Retail Innovators series, we examine how five companies are disrupting the global luxury market—namely, Bolt Threads, Cosmose, Entrupy, Everledger and Savitude. Read More
Deep Dive | January 11, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Two-Thirds Avoiding Public Places; Dollar Tree Price-Hike ImpactOur latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Notably this week, amid the spread of the Omicron variant, over two-thirds of consumers are now avoiding public places. Dollar Tree also saw a meaningful decline in shoppers following its recent price hike. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | January 10, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Beauty and Personal Care in India—Unmasking from the PandemicIn this Market Outlook, we explore the recovery of the Indian beauty and personal care industry in a pandemic-impacted retail environment. We analyze data on the sector’s size and present our estimates for growth in 2022. We outline the competitive landscape and consider the innovators that are enabling e-commerce expansion in beauty. This report also discusses a number of key themes in the market—including the boom in men’s grooming, inclusive beauty and data-driven personalization. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | January 6, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Global Fast Fashion—Poised for Strong GrowthIn this Market Outlook, we explore the global fast-fashion industry and present our expectations for future growth, as well as key market drivers. We discuss the market’s competitive landscape, retail innovators and themes we are watching. Read More
Deep Dive | January 5, 2022 Premium America’s Retail Bankruptcies: 2021 ReviewThe US retail industry is navigating an unprecedented era of disruption and transformation. We review major US retail bankruptcies in 2021 in total and by notable retailers. We discuss the key factors that led selected retailers to collapse and compare the bankruptcy landscape in 2021 to 2020. Read More
Deep Dive | January 4, 2022 Premium The US Handbag Market: Sustainability and Resale Drive GrowthFollowing recovery in 2021 to pre-crisis levels, we discuss the US handbag market, including our outlook for 2022 and beyond. We also cover the main market drivers, key trends and headwinds we are seeing. Read More
Deep Dive | January 3, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Drives Further Consumer AvoidanceAs the holiday season draws to a close, the rapid spread of the Omicron variant is driving a resurgence in consumer caution. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Deep Dive | January 3, 2022 Premium The US Eyewear Market: Putting the $50 Billion Category in FocusWe discuss the US eyewear market and what brands and retailers are doing to better serve this segment of the accessories industry. Read More
Deep Dive | December 23, 2021 Premium The New Age of Customer-First Supply Chains: Can Profits and Sustainability Align in the Supply Chain?The final installment in our The New Age of Customer-First Supply Chains series focuses on environmental sustainability and profitability in the supply chain through the lens of Coresight Research’s proprietary sustainability framework, EnCORE. Read More
Deep Dive | December 23, 2021 Premium 3Q21 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Most Brands and Retailers Enjoy Another Strong QuarterWe assess the recent performance of selected US-based retailers, brands, e-commerce platforms and REITs in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps for the third quarter of 2021, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More