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Deep Dive | May 25, 2022 Premium

The Rise of Experiential Retail in India: Driving Consumer Engagement in Physical Stores

Brick-and-mortar stores should turn to experiential retail—leveraging technologies, in-store events, immersive experiences, unique services and store associates—to bring shoppers back to stores and increase consumer engagement. We look at the rise of experiential retail in India and the benefits of this marketing strategy.

Deep Dive | May 25, 2022

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The Evolution of Retail Media: Five Trends To Watch

We analyze the fast-growing global retail media industry (i.e., retail advertising) and explore key market drivers. We discuss retail media networks, the value of strategic partnerships, in-store digital advertising and more. This free report is sponsored by NielsenIQ.

Deep Dive | May 23, 2022 Premium

Head-to-Head in European Online Apparel Retailing: ASOS vs. Zalando

We analyze leading European online apparel companies ASOS and Zalando, covering their business models; fast-fashion positioning and pricing strategies; financial metrics, including revenue growth, operating margins, marketing and fulfillment cost ratios; shopper profiles; automation and data-driven strategies; strategic partnerships and sustainable initiatives.

Insight Report | May 23, 2022 Premium

Are NFTs a Game Changer in Retail Supply Chains?

Although the metaverse is expanding exponentially, with non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and blockchain technology making further inroads into retail, the application NFT technology within retail supply chains is still nascent. We discuss how NFTs can improve supply chain traceability, enhance authentication and boost security.

Deep Dive | May 20, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: Apparel Specialty Retail—US and UK Revivals To Outpace Lockdown-Hit China

We analyze apparel and footwear specialty retail with a focus on the US, the UK and China. Our report includes five key growth drivers, leading companies, store numbers and more.

Deep Dive | May 19, 2022 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Customer Loyalty Programs

Customer loyalty programs are an effective way for brands and retailers to increase customer lifetime value and thus enhance the top line and achieve sustainable growth. We present selected startups globally offering innovative solutions for brands’ and retailers’ customer loyalty programs.

Insight Report | May 19, 2022 Premium

India Retail Insights: Exploring India’s Latest Super App and the Wider Super-App Ecosystem

We examine India’s latest super app, Tata Neu, covering its core offerings, loyalty-building features and plans for growth, as well as consumer’s reactions on the app’s launch day. We also discuss India’s super-app ecosystem as a whole.

Deep Dive | May 18, 2022

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The On-Demand Manufacturing Revolution in Apparel: Five Factors Fueling Growth

To combat supply chain challenges and reduce overhead costs, many apparel brands and retailers are turning to on-demand manufacturing, either through in-house capabilities or partnerships. We analyze findings from a Coresight Research survey of US-based apparel brands and retailers to identify five key factors that are fueling the growth of on-demand manufacturing in the apparel industry—covering sustainability, advanced technologies and more.

Insight Report | May 17, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, May 2022: TikTok, Media Companies and Leading Retailers Drive the Global Expansion of Live Shopping

As part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent M&A and investment activity as well as three notable trends in the global livestreaming space—namely, the increasing popularity of TikTok live shopping, partnerships with media companies, and livestreaming campaigns by leading retailers. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Deep Dive | May 17, 2022 Free Report

Understanding the Livestreaming Opportunity: Global Retail Executive Survey Findings

We explore the fast-growing livestreaming e-commerce channel, leveraging findings from a Coresight Research survey of retail executives from around the world to assess the current use of livestreaming and retail companies’ expectations in the live-shopping space moving forward.

Event Coverage | May 16, 2022

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RICE 2022 Wrap-Up: The Future of Retail Is Centered Around Livestreaming, Creativity, the Metaverse and Gaming

We present the major takeaways from RICE 2022 (the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo), held on May 11–12, covering livestreaming, creativity, the metaverse and gaming in retail.

Insight Report | May 16, 2022 Premium

Metaverse Latest: Discord, Upstream, Snap and Instagram Provide Portals to the Virtual World

As part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse space—covering virtual worlds and platforms; brands and retailers; and technology and access. We also explore how social media platforms Discord, Upstream, Snap and Instagram are bridging the gap between the physical world and the retail metaverse.

Deep Dive | May 16, 2022 Premium

US Online Grocery Survey 2022: Trends in Food E-Commerce, Quick Commerce and Meal Kits

We present insights into online grocery shopping in the US, using findings from our latest annual survey. We explore grocery shoppers’ online buying behavior, including the products they buy, the retailers they shop from, their preferences for fulfillment and more.

Infographic | May 16, 2022

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Infographic: Online Grocery Shopping—US Consumer Survey

Our fifth annual online grocery survey explores the development of US online grocery shoppers’ behavior and preferences. We present our top insights and explore highlights around quick commerce (q-commerce), meal kits and Amazon Prime membership.

Deep Dive | May 12, 2022 Premium

Smart Shopping Solutions To Meet Consumer Expectations for Offline Retail in India

Retailers need to address customers’ evolving needs to stay agile and competitive. We look at customers’ current needs, smart shopping solutions to meet consumer expectations and the advantages of implementing these solutions.