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Deep Dive | November 16, 2021 Free Report

Unpacking Holiday Gifting: Shoppers’ Plans and Retail Opportunities

E-commerce is playing an increasingly important role in gift shopping. We present survey analysis and insights into holiday shoppers’ plans for buying gifts, as well as shoppers’ pain points in digital gift purchasing. This free report is sponsored by GiftNow.

Insight Report | November 12, 2021 Premium

Singles’ Day 2021 Early Observations as Sales Total $139 Billion

We provide an early review of the successes and initiatives among China’s major e-commerce companies during this year’s Singles’ Day shopping festival. We explore the key initiatives they used to drive sales, including focusing on sustainability and augmented reality (AR) and AI-driven technologies.

Insight Report | November 9, 2021 Premium

The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021: #6—Thanksgiving and Black Friday Shopping Preview

As part of our holiday 2021 coverage, we preview holiday shopping in the five-day period spanning Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. We explore the impacts of the pandemic on consumer behavior and the start of the holiday shopping season, as well as online versus offline shopping expectations.

Event Coverage | November 4, 2021

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Alibaba’s Go Global 11.11 Pitch Fest: Seven Brands Approved To Sell on Tmall Global

Alibaba’s Go Global 11.11 Pitch Fest is an annual event giving US brands the opportunity to fast-track their entrance to the Chinese market. We profile this year’s seven winning brands, which were approved to launch their products on Tmall Global from the first official Singles’ Day sales window on November 1.

Deep Dive | November 3, 2021 Premium

Holiday 2021: US Shopper Survey—Understanding Consumer Behaviors and Expectations

We present the findings of our annual survey of US holiday shoppers, helping retailers understand the shape and scale of demand during the holiday season. We discuss when, where and what consumers will buy for holiday 2021.

Event Presentation | November 3, 2021 Premium

The State of AI Adoption in 2021: Retail Survey

Prashant Agrawal, CEO and Founder of Impact Analytics, and Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, analyze the state of AI adoption in retail today and the benefits to brands and retailers of implementing AI technology across allocation planning, assortment planning, promotion management and forecasting.

Insight Report | November 2, 2021 Premium

The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021: #5—Five Predictions for US Retail

As part of our holiday 2021 coverage, we present five predictions for US retail this holiday season, covering supply chain, store closures, consumer sentiment and sustainability.

Insight Report | November 1, 2021 Premium

Singles’ Day 2021 Preview: Three Themes To Watch

Continuing our coverage of Singles’ Day 2021, we present a preview of the shopping festival in China, with a focus on major e-commerce players Alibaba and JD.com. We discuss the event’s key dates and outline three themes to watch this year.

Insight Report | October 26, 2021 Premium

The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021: #4—Online vs. Offline Shopping

As part of our holiday 2021 coverage, we present our expectations for online and offline shopping in the US this holiday season.

Free Data Graphic | October 21, 2021 Free Report

Holiday Bites: How Many Christmas Trees Are Sold in the US?

We Present Holiday Bites: How Many Christmas Trees Are Sold in the US?

Insight Report | October 20, 2021 Premium

Big Billion Days 2021 Wrap-Up: Flipkart’s Event Boosts Seller Growth and Consumer Engagement

Flipkart held its annual Big Billion Days in India on October 3–10, 2021. We discuss the metrics that Flipkart released for the shopping event, covering Flipkart programs and partnerships, seller participation, popular product categories and more.

Deep Dive | October 19, 2021 Free Report

Where, What and How Will US Consumers Shop for Holiday 2021?

The Coresight Research x January Digital 2021 US Holiday Insights Survey explores US consumers’ expectations to shop for the holidays. Trends uncovered will enable brands and retailers to generate data-driven marketing strategies to effectively gain share of wallet during this critical year-end opportunity. This free report is sponsored by strategic consulting and media firm January Digital.

Insight Report | October 19, 2021 Premium

The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021: #3—Seasonal Hiring To Surge as Retail and Logistics Battle for Holiday Workers

As part of our The 12 Weeks of Holidays 2021 series, we outline key developments related to hiring for the US holiday season this year, including announced hiring plans by retailers and logistics firms, as well as the challenges presented by heightened e-commerce and the tight labor market.

Insight Report | October 19, 2021 Premium

China’s Golden Week Wrap-Up: Tourism Down Again but Local Travel and E-Commerce Spending Up

China’s Golden Week holiday ran from October 1 through October 7 this year. We present insights into travel and shopping trends among Chinese consumers during the holiday.

Free Data Graphic | October 18, 2021 Free Report

Holiday Bites: How Do Holiday Shipping Surcharges Vary Across Service Providers?

We Present Holiday Bites: How Do Holiday Shipping Surcharges Vary Across Service Providers?