Market Navigators/Market Outlook | December 8, 2021 Premium Market Outlook: Apparel Specialty Retailers in the US, the UK and China See Strong GrowthIn this updated Market Outlook, we discuss the performance and outlook for the apparel and footwear specialty retail sector, with a focus on the US, the UK and China. We also explore key growth drivers, competitive landscapes, notable retail innovators in the space, and opportunities arising from three key specialty apparel and footwear trends. Read More
Deep Dive | December 8, 2021 Free Report Headless Commerce: Part 1—The Evolving State of E-Commerce InfrastructureThe commerce-as-a-service (CaaS) space is emerging in the US, offering retailers and brands the ability to spin up a new e-commerce site with speed and quickly customize the back and front ends of the site. Leveraging proprietary US survey data, we explore the impact of Covid-19 on e-commerce operations, the evolution of the e-commerce infrastructure landscape and the need for CaaS solutions. This free report is sponsored by Nogin. Read More
Deep Dive | December 7, 2021 Premium 2022 Retail and Technology Outlook—Preparing for a Year of TransitionCoresight Research’s analysts provide directional outlooks, sector headwinds and tailwinds, and themes to watch in retail for 2022. Read More
Deep Dive | December 7, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Variant Drives Heightened Consumer ConcernUS consumer caution has increased following the discovery of the Omicron variant, and consumers’ expectations for the winter have become more pessimistic. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Deep Dive | December 6, 2021 Premium UK Department Stores: Change Provides OpportunityThe UK department store sector continues to undergo huge transformation. We analyze the recent performance of the sector and explore how change presents opportunities for future growth. We discuss the competitive landscape and present three trends that we expect to shape the sector moving forward. Read More
Deep Dive | December 6, 2021 Free Report Pathway to Agility in Merchandising: Three Actions That Retailers Must Take in 2022Retailers face an uphill task of adapting to the new shopper’s changed preferences and shopping habits in the post-Covid era. Leveraging proprietary survey data, we explore the importance of agility in merchandising and present three key actions that retailers must take in 2022 to achieve effective merchandising execution. This free report is sponsored by One Door. Read More
Deep Dive | December 2, 2021 Premium E-Commerce Outlook: Global Luxury—Pandemic-Driven Uncertainty To Fuel GrowthAs with other retail sectors, 2020 ushered in a new era for luxury—the age of e-commerce. We discuss the trajectory of the global luxury e-commerce market and its major drivers. We also examine the competitive landscape, market innovators and key themes for 2022 and beyond. Read More
Deep Dive | December 1, 2021 Premium Head-to-Head in Apparel: PVH vs. Ralph LaurenAs part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we compare leading global apparel brand owners PVH and Ralph Lauren. We provide insights into four key elements of their businesses: revenue, business coverage, brand mix and innovation. Read More
Deep Dive | November 30, 2021 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Mass CustomizationMass customization allows brands and retailers to offer certain made-to-order features of a product—allowing them to be more customer-centric to differentiate their offerings while still keeping costs closer to that of mass-produced products. This Retail-Tech Landscape comprises selected startups globally whose technology solutions support retailers in implementing mass customization, covering 3D printing, visualization and scanning, and more. Read More
Deep Dive | November 30, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Travel Plans Are Changing with a Rise in New Covid-19 CasesUS consumers’ avoidance of international travel has increased—potentially a reaction to rising Covid-19 cases in the US. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Deep Dive | November 29, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra: Consumer Avoidance and Where Shoppers Are Buying in the Holiday Build-UpWe examine avoidance of public places by demographic and which retailers are seeing gains as holiday shopping begins, based on exclusive Coresight Research data. Read our US Consumer Tracker Extra for a deeper dive into key trends revealed by our weekly survey data. Read More
Deep Dive | November 29, 2021 Premium The Growth of Micro-Fulfillment Technology in US GroceryWe discuss micro-fulfillment center (MFC) technology and cover key drivers, trends and challenges within the US grocery industry. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | November 25, 2021 Premium Market Outlook: UK Grocery Retailers—Pandemic Creates Opportunities for Instant Commerce ChannelThe UK grocery sector has been one of the major beneficiaries of the shift in behaviors amid the pandemic. In this Market Outlook, we present our expectations for market growth in 2021 and 2022, as well as growth drivers and challenges, a competitive landscape and key themes in UK grocery. Read More
Deep Dive | November 24, 2021 Premium US Apparel and Footwear Distribution: Winning and Losing Channels Amid Market UpheavalUS apparel brands and retailers are altering the way they sell to consumers. We discuss the performance of key sales channels and major players in the US apparel and footwear market, covering department stores, mass merchandisers and warehouse clubs, online-only retailers, and specialty retailers. Read More
Deep Dive | November 23, 2021 Premium Playbook: How Retailers Can Capitalize on Opportunities in M&A and SPACsIn this Playbook, we present four key strategies for global retail players to capitalize on growth opportunities in traditional M&A (mergers and acquisitions) and SPACs (special purpose acquisitions companies). Read More
