Insight Report | March 10, 2022 Premium Achieving Agility and Resilience in Sourcing: Five Strategies for Brands and RetailersThe pandemic and diplomatic tensions have brought about closer scrutiny of sourcing strategies in retail. Against the backdrop of supply chain disruption, we present five strategies for global brands and retailers to improve sourcing agility and resilience, covering speed to market, technologies, supplier partnerships and more. Read More
Insight Report | March 7, 2022 Premium The Virtual Land Grab: Three Key Platforms in the Retail MetaverseWe explore the virtual land-grabbing craze across the Decentraland, The Sandbox and Bloktopia metaverse platforms. We cover blockchain, NFT (non-fungible token) and cryptocurrency technologies, and discuss recent developments by, and opportunities for, businesses, brands and retailers. Read More
Market Outlook | March 3, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Furniture and Home Improvement Retail in India—Pandemic-Driven Consumer Behavior Leads To RevivalFurniture and home improvement retail is experiencing a revival in India, due to pandemic-driven consumer behavior and market trends. We discuss market projections, drivers and themes we are watching including the rising popularity of rental services. Read More
Deep Dive | March 2, 2022 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: PaymentsPandemic-induced growth in e-commerce sales has led to increased focus among brands and retailers on developing their payment infrastructure. We present selected startups globally with innovative payment technology solutions. Read More
Deep Dive | March 2, 2022 Premium US Children’s Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Battling a Declining Birth RateWe discuss the US children’s and infants’ apparel and footwear market, covering the market size and growth outlook. We also present key market drivers, the competitive landscape and major trends among brands and retailers looking to better serve childrenswear retail. Read More
Deep Dive | February 28, 2022 Premium Head-to-Head in US Sporting Goods Retail: Dick’s Sporting Goods vs. Foot LockerDick’s Sporting Goods and Foot Locker are heavyweights in the US sporting goods sector. As part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare the two companies, providing insights into their revenues, business strategies, technology initiatives and more. Read More
Insight Report | February 28, 2022 Premium Metaverse Latest: Digital Land Grabbing, Virtual Influencers and Meta BeautyThe first report in our new Metaverse Latest series presents recent developments and three notable trends in the metaverse space—covering the land-grabbing craze, the rise of virtual influencer marketing and the emergence of technology-driven meta beauty. Read More
Deep Dive | February 28, 2022 Premium Luxury in the Metaverse: Recent Developments and Future PotentialWe believe that the metaverse is set for tremendous growth and that luxury’s role will grow increasingly prominent. We present examples of recent developments in the space by luxury brands and explore the future potential of the luxury metaverse, including the technology innovators that are supporting the luxury metaverse and key considerations for players looking to build a virtual presence. Read More
Deep Dive | February 28, 2022 Register for Free Access The Secret to Fighting Inflation: Data-Driven Strategies for RetailersFocusing on the fast-moving consumer goods category (FMCG) in the US, we discuss the impact of the current inflationary environment on retailer processes and explore how retailers can deal with those pressures. This free report is sponsored by NielsenIQ. Read More
Deep Dive | February 25, 2022 Premium US Fashion Resale Market—A $26 Billion Retail OpportunityThe US fashion resale market will grow into a $26 billion opportunity in 2022. We examine the key factors impacting growth, both online and in the brick-and-mortar channel. We discuss the competitive landscape across six resale models and present three themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond. Read More
Insight Report | February 21, 2022 Premium Digitally Native Vertical Brands in the US Beauty and Personal Care Market: Driving Growth Through EngagementDigitally native vertical brands (DNVBs) in the US beauty and personal care market continue to be a success story. We analyze factors contributing to their growth and the strategies they are using to connect with consumers. Read More
Insight Report | February 21, 2022 Premium Digitally Native Vertical Brands in the US Food, Beverage and Food Supplement Market: Outperforming in E-CommerceDigitally native vertical brands (DNVBs) are a growing presence in the US food, beverage and food supplement market. We discuss the competitive landscape and three key trends that are driving sector growth. Read More
Deep Dive | February 21, 2022 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: The MetaverseThe infinite metaverse environment holds huge opportunity for retail. Retailers can be open for business 24/7, offering engaging and immersive virtual spaces to connect with consumers as well as exclusive digital assets. We present selected startups globally that are helping to shape the metaverse. Read More
Analyst Corner | February 20, 2022 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: Four Questions Brands and Retailers Should Ask Themselves About the MetaverseThis week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” outlines and answers four questions brands and retailers should be considering on the metaverse. Read More
Event Coverage | February 18, 2022 Premium Brand Bharat Summit: Understanding Growth Opportunities in India’s Lower-Tier MarketsWe present insights from the Brand Bharat Summit—a virtual event focusing on lower-tier cities and villages in India—held on January 27, 2022. Read More