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Deep Dive | September 6, 2022 Premium

Instant Commerce: Rapid Delivery Players Reorient in Profitability Push

US instant commerce players face a challenging environment in the next six to 12 months amid a tightening investment climate. We discuss key challenges that instant commerce companies are facing in the US and the steps they are taking to build more profitable businesses.

Innovator Profile | September 6, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Lucky Labs Brings Brands and Retailers Together To Enable Omnichannel Fulfillment

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Lucky Labs, developer of an online marketing platform that enables online brands to offer same-day fulfillment and in-store pickup through local retailers.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | September 6, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: Emerging Markets—Localization To Boost Luxury Retailing

In this Market Outlook, we examine the market size and trajectory of the personal luxury goods market in several emerging regions. We also explore the major factors impacting these markets, their competitive landscape and market themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond.

Deep Dive | September 5, 2022 Premium

Ebook: Building Blocks of the Metaverse

Our Building Blocks of the Metaverse Ebook explores eight core technological components of the retail metaverse and presents important details for retailers to know in establishing a presence and operating in the virtual space. We discuss AI, IoT, NFTs, cryptocurrencies, blockchain and more.

Insight Report | September 2, 2022 Premium

Why Now for YNAP? Farfetch’s Acquisition of YOOX Net-A-Porter Group Empowers Richemont To Focus on Jewelry and Watches

Compagnie Financière Richemont sold over 50% of the YOOX Net-A-Porter Group (YNAP) to Farfetch, an online luxury retail platform, and Symphony Global, an investment vehicle of Mohamed Alabbar. We unpack the deal and discuss the implications.

Infographic | September 1, 2022

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Introducing the New Tech 20: The Global Retail-Tech Leaders in 2022 and Beyond—Infographic

Our infographic summarizes the selection methodology and composition of our updated Tech 20—our focus list of the most important and influential retail technology companies that we believe our readers and subscribers should pay attention to.

Insight Report | September 1, 2022 Premium

Introducing the New Tech 20: The Global Retail-Tech Leaders in 2022 and Beyond

We present our updated Tech 20 focus list of the most important and influential retail technology companies that we believe our readers and subscribers should pay attention to.

Deep Dive | August 31, 2022 Premium

Think Tank: The Livestreaming E-Commerce Revolution in China

Livestreaming e-commerce is a disruptive force in China’s retail landscape. In this Think Tank, we explore the size and growth potential of the market, as well as market factors and trends we are watching.

Event Coverage | August 31, 2022 Free Report

VERB’s MARKET Hosts Shopfest 2022: Brands See Peak Engagement via Livestreaming Q&A

VERB’s Shopfest livestreaming shopping festival marked the launch of MARKET, a live shopping platform. We present highlights from the event and discuss its multichannel livestreaming approach, tactics driving consumer engagement and more.

Deep Dive | August 30, 2022 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Autonomous Checkout

Checkout technologies have evolved significantly in recent years, from cashierless self-checkout to fully autonomous experiences. We present selected startups globally whose technology solutions support brands and retailers in transforming and automating their checkout operations.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | August 30, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: India Retail—On the Path to $1 Trillion, Supported by Demographics and Digital

In this Market Outlook, we explore the retail sector in India in 2022 and beyond, including consumer spending growth, projections of core retail categories, market factors driving growth, the online market, the competitive landscape and key market themes.

Deep Dive | August 26, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: China Retail—The $6 Trillion Sector Recovers Slowly

In this Market Outlook, we explore the Chinese retail market. We discuss the market’s performance, scale and trajectory, as well as major market factors and trends to watch in 2022 and beyond. We also analyze China’s leading retail companies and innovators bringing change to the space.

Insight Report | August 24, 2022

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Instant Commerce: Quantifying the Long-Term Opportunity in Rapid Delivery

Instant commerce (also known as instant needs) fills a gap in the market by providing rapid delivery. We explore the market potential in the US and globally for instant commerce platforms over the next five years. This free report is sponsored by Gopuff.

Insight Report | August 22, 2022 Premium

Building Blocks of the Metaverse: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

As part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, we explore AI (artificial intelligence) technology as it relates to the metaverse, covering its key application and benefits in the virtual world.

Insight Report | August 18, 2022 Premium

Digitally Native Vertical Brands in US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—An Accelerated Pursuit of Profitability

Digitally native vertical brands (DNVBs) are continuing to grow in the US apparel and footwear market. We analyze the market size, the competitive landscape and trends in the space.