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Deep Dive | September 6, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: The Mall Is Not Dead, Part 2— The Mall Is in Need of Transformation

This is the second report in our three-part The Mall Is Not Deadseries that looks at the US mall landscape with a focus on the challenges malls face and their need for transformation. In this report, we examine the department stores and specialty stores that constitute the bulk of mall tenants to determine what is working for them and what is not.

Deep Dive | September 4, 2017 Premium

US Furniture Market 2017: Stores Face Softer Growth and E-Commerce Competition

The US furniture market saw growth moderate significantly in 2017. This report reviews market data, macroeconomic impacts, and demographic shifts impacting the American furniture market in the coming years.

Deep Dive | September 4, 2017 Premium

US Online Grocery Update—Reviewing the Shifting Landscape

The US grocery market is estimated to be worth around $1 trillion in 2017, but only around 2% of that will be spent online.

Deep Dive | September 2, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: US Consumer Survey— Can Amazon Prime Lure Lower-Income Shoppers Away from Walmart?

In June 2017, Amazon announced that it would offer a 45% discount for its Prime membership to all government assistance recipients, a move that aims to lure more lower-income consumers from retail competitors such as Walmart.

Deep Dive | August 31, 2017 Premium

Shanghai— A Globally Connected City with a Vibrant Startup Scene

This is the 2nd report in our series on startups in China, continuing our coverage of global ecosystems & startup hubs: India, Berlin, London, Paris and Amsterdam.

Deep Dive | August 30, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: Future Proofing Department Stores in Asia—Part 1

In this first report of our Asia Department Store series, we explore how the department store industry in Asia needs to evolve to navigate through the myriad of challenges currently facing the industry.

Deep Dive | August 29, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: Blockchain Mini-Series— Retail Applications

This is the second report of our Blockchain Mini-Series, in which we cover the potential applications of blockchain technology in retail and supply-chain management.

Deep Dive | August 24, 2017 Premium

The US Cannabis Industry and the New Green Economy— a Fast-Growing Industry Facing Regulatory Concerns

The legal cannabis industry in the US is rapidly expanding and is expected to grow even faster in the next few years as recreational use of marijuana becomes legal in more states. This report:

Deep Dive | August 22, 2017 Premium

The Clone Wars: Amazon Go–Type Stores Already Open for Business in China

While the concept of automatic or unstaffed stores goes back more than 100 years, Amazon recaptured our visions of the store with its first Amazon Go store. However several retailers in China have sprinted ahead and already robotically welcomed customers into their cashierless stores.

Deep Dive | August 19, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: Channel Shifts in US Beauty Retailing—Sephora, Ulta and Amazon

Survey data and company results suggest that growth in the US beauty market has been polarized, with lower-price retailers and beauty specialist stores having won share.

Deep Dive | August 15, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: Reality Technology in Retail— The Disruptive Force of AR, VR and MR

Define the three types of reality technology—AR, VR and MR—and show how retailers, including IKEA and Alibaba, have introduced reality technology to provide customers with a virtual “try before you buy” service and new ways to shop.

Deep Dive | August 11, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: How Direct Selling Remains Relevant in the Digital Age

The global direct selling market rebounded to US$134.2 billion in 2016, up 2.8% from the previous year. China follows the US closely as the second largest direct selling market, valued at US$33.9, and the country is expected to overtake the US as the largest direct selling market in the next few years.

Deep Dive | August 10, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: Chinese Outbound Tourists – More Diverse, More Sophisticated

Chinese outbound tourists have evolved into experienced and sophisticated travelers – some 67% of surveyed tourists have traveled more than once in the past 12 months, visiting an average of 2.3 destinations. Apart from shopping, they crave lifestyle and experiences when they travel abroad.

Deep Dive | August 5, 2017 Premium

Alibaba Group: From Strength to Strength – An overview of the business units of the world’s largest e-commerce company

Alibaba was established in 1999 as a business-to-business (B2B) portal connecting Chinese manufacturers to overseas buyers. This report provides an overview of Alibaba’s different business segments, and how they all work together using its platforms and big data technology to enable small enterprises to compete more effectively.

Deep Dive | August 3, 2017 Premium

Deep Dive: Urban Lifestyles Driving Shifts in Spending

Across the globe, more and more people are turning to city-center living. This trend spans developing economies and Western markets. In this report, we explore the trend’s impact on retail product categories and retail formats.