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Market Navigators/Market Outlook | March 3, 2021 Premium

Market Outlook: Retail Technology Becomes Even More Crucial in 2021

In this Market Outlook, we discuss the global retail technology market in a pandemic-impacted retail environment. We present data on the size of the global market and its major segments, and we outline the primary market drivers in 2021. This report explores the competitive landscape and key tech trends across the segments of cloud computing, enterprise software, supply chain software, AI platforms and retail hardware.

Deep Dive | March 2, 2021 Premium

US Retail amid Economic Recovery: Learnings from the Global Financial Crisis

In this report, we examine the impending economic and retail recovery from the coronavirus crisis in the US through the lens of recovery from the 2008 Global Financial Crisis (GFC). We discuss how lessons from the 2008 financial crisis are useful for understanding the shape and speed of the expected retail recovery from the coronavirus pandemic, as well as exploring the differences in the nature and cause of the two crises.

Deep Dive | March 1, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Signs of a Return to Stores (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we present findings on what product categories consumers had purchased in-store and online in the past two weeks, as well as what they are buying more of and less of than pre-pandemic. We also discuss what activities consumers have done in the past two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on February 22.

Deep Dive | February 22, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Where Are High-Income Consumers Cutting Spending? (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we explore consumer spending on different categories by income level. We present findings on what activities consumers have done in the past two weeks and what product categories they had purchased in-store and online in the past two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on February 15.

Deep Dive | February 15, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Spend Stimulus Checks on Bills and Essentials (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we explore how consumers have spent or plan to spend their second stimulus checks. We present findings on what activities consumers have done in the past two weeks and what product categories they had purchased in-store and online in the past two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on February 8.

Deep Dive | February 8, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Hints of Consumers’ Return to Normal Activities (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we explore what consumers have bought online and in-store recently and which retailers they have bought from. We present findings on what activities consumers have done in the past two weeks and their expectations on retaining changed behaviors after the pandemic. Our consumer survey was undertaken on February 1.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | February 4, 2021 Premium

Market Outlook: Understanding India’s $800 Billion Retail Sector

In this Market Outlook report, we explore India’s retail sector. We analyze data on the sector size and present our growth estimates for 2021. We discuss key market drivers and e-commerce penetration in India’s retail market compared to other global markets. This report also covers a breakdown of India’s top 15 retail companies by revenue,—including Avenue Supermarts, Flipkart Internet, Reliance Retail and V-Mart Retail.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | February 3, 2021 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Furniture and Home Furnishings—Growth To Slow Against Solid Comparatives

As part of our E-Commerce Outlook series, we provide an overview of e-commerce development in the US furniture and home-furnishings retail category. We also discuss how e-commerce growth is driving structural shifts within the category, as well as the outlook for the online channel in 2021 and beyond.

Deep Dive | February 1, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Online Bounce for Apparel and Grocery Categories (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we explore what shoppers are buying and which retailers they are buying from, and we present findings on consumers’ avoidance of public places and what activities they expect to do in the next two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on January 25.

Deep Dive | January 27, 2021 Premium

Head-to-Head in E-Commerce: Alibaba vs. JD.com

For Coresight Research’s new Head-to-Head series, we compare China’s two largest e-commerce companies, Alibaba and JD.com. In this report, we discuss the companies’ evolving business models, investment strategies, and selected financial and operating metrics to provide insights into their next stages of growth.

Deep Dive | January 25, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Signs of Consumers’ Return to In-Store Shopping (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we explore what shoppers are buying and which retailers they are buying from, and we present findings on consumers’ avoidance of public places and what activities they expect to do in the next two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on January 18.

Deep Dive | January 19, 2021 Free Report

Innovator Intelligence: Leveraging AI To Enhance Creativity, Sustainability and Efficiency in Modern Fashion Design

The world of fashion design has changed rapidly as brands and retailers have been forced to adapt to shifting consumer behavior. Increasing demand for fast fashion is being met with calls for sustainability and inclusivity in apparel—creating challenges for fashion brands and retailers. We explore challenges in the shifting design landscape and areas of opportunity for fashion brands, retailers and designers to improve the efficiency and creativity with which they design and to cater for a multitude of body shapes and sizes. This free report is sponsored by Savitude.

Deep Dive | January 18, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Apparel Takes Biggest Post-Holiday Hit (Full Report)

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we explore what shoppers are buying and which retailers they are buying from, and we present findings on consumers’ avoidance of public places and what activities they expect to do in the next two weeks. Our consumer survey was undertaken on January 11.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | January 14, 2021 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear—Growth Prospects for 2021 and Beyond

In the first report in our E-Commerce Outlook series, we discuss the trends and major drivers in US apparel and footwear online shopping. We also discuss the competitive landscape in the US apparel and footwear sector, as well as market innovators and key themes to watch for the year ahead.

Deep Dive | January 13, 2021 Free Report

Innovator Intelligence: Simplifying Online Apparel Shopping with Virtual Try-On Solutions

The Covid-19 pandemic has created huge opportunity for retailers in the virtual space due to a widespread consumer shift to e-commerce. However, with increased order volumes, online apparel retailers continue to grapple with the negative impact of returns. We discuss how virtual try-on technologies can help these retailers to reduce returns, and we explore the key trends impacting the virtual try-on market. This free report is sponsored by SeeItFit.