Store Tracker | March 4, 2022 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 9: Amazon Closing Dozens of Stores in Nonfood RetreatOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Amazon, Crate & Barrel and Schnuck in the US, and Amazon, Card Factory and Next in the UK. Read More
Store Tracker | March 2, 2022 Premium US Store Tracker Extra, February 2022: US Retailers To Open 41 Million Square Feet of Retail Space in 2022The US Store Tracker Extra monthly series offers insight into retailers’ store closure and opening announcements. We include details on closures and openings as a percentage of total store base as well as square-footage impact. This report also offers a comparison between year-to-date announced closures and openings, as of February 25, 2022, versus the comparable period in 2021. 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 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
Store Tracker | February 25, 2022 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 8: Year-to-Date US Openings Outnumber Closures Two to OneOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Balenciaga, Hobby Lobby and Whole Foods Market in the US and Bensons for Beds, New Look and Wren Kitchens in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | February 23, 2022 Premium Innovations in Apparel Stores: Reinventing Physical Retail To Drive Engagement, Loyalty and SalesBrands and retailers are innovating to tempt customers back to physical apparel stores. We discuss key examples of successful strategies including experiential retail, seamless shopping and providing personalized services. Read More
Store Tracker | February 18, 2022 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 7: US Openings Up 5% Year over YearOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Cub Foods, Primark and Sprouts Farmers Market in the US, and Castore, Fultons Foods and Sports Direct in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | February 17, 2022 Premium Instacart’s Next Growth Steps: IPO, Acquisitions, Rapid Delivery and MoreInstacart is reportedly preparing for an IPO (initial public offering) in 2022. We examine the grocery delivery provider’s actions to diversify its service offerings beyond logistics, covering recent acquisitions and initiatives in fulfillment as a service and rapid delivery. Read More
Deep Dive | February 15, 2022 Premium Beauty at US Department Stores: Four Growth OpportunitiesBeauty comprises one of the smallest portfolio categories across major US department stores, representing huge opportunity for retailers to expand in this category. We analyze the performance of, and outlook for, beauty sales in department store retail and explore four key areas of growth for the category—covering live selling, inclusivity and more. Read More
Deep Dive | February 15, 2022 Premium International Department Stores’ Growth Strategies: Five Learnings for US RetailersWe present five strategies that US department store retailers can learn from international retailers to increase store and online traffic, expand their customer base and grow revenues in the pandemic-impacted environment. Read More
Market Outlook | February 11, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: US Department Store Retailing—Consolidation and Digitalization Mark a Diminished SectorIn this Market Outlook, we examine the size and trajectory of the US department store sector and key factors impacting growth, both online and in the brick-and-mortar channel. We discuss the competitive landscape and three themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond. Read More
Store Tracker | February 11, 2022 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 6: US Openings Up 6% as Aldi Announces Store Expansion PlanOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Aldi, Charming Charlie and Scotch & Soda in the US, and Game, Hamleys and Sports Direct in the UK. Read More
Market Outlook | February 9, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: US Grocery Retailers—Channel Stickiness To PersistIn 2022, US grocery retailers must equip themselves for the strategic challenges ahead as on-premise consumption regains its full strength, and look to capitalize on persistent pandemic-induced behaviors. We examine the size and trajectory of the US grocery market and key factors impacting growth. We also cover the performance and outlook for online grocery, as well as the market’s competitive landscape, retail innovators and themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond. Read More
Market Outlook | February 9, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: UK Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Still in Recovery ModeIn this Market Outlook, we explore the UK’s apparel and footwear market and present our expectations for future growth, as well as key market drivers. We discuss the market’s competitive landscape, retail innovators and themes we are watching. Read More
Insight Report | February 8, 2022 Premium Five Trends in US Off-Price Retail: External Pressures and Internal Shifts Drive Change for Traditional PlayersWe present five key trends in the US off-price retail sector, exploring external pressures and internal shifts, with examples of recent developments by major brands and retailers. Read More
