May 15, 2020 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 20: Stage Stores Files for Chapter 11 BankruptcyOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from GNC, Loves Furniture and Stage Stores in the US and Debenhams in the UK.
May 14, 2020 Event Coverage Register for Free Access Coresight Conversations: Retail Legend and Turnaround Specialist Michael Appel Discusses How Liquidity Preservation Is Key to a Business TurnaroundAs part of our Coresight Conversations: Legends in Retail webinar series, we hosted retail legend and business turnaround specialist Michael Appel. We present the transcript from this webinar, in which Appel shared his five-pronged strategy for how retailers can survive the current coronavirus crisis and look ahead to the future—with emphasis on the key pillars of technology and liquidity.
May 13, 2020 Deep Dive Premium Operating in a Post-Coronavirus World: How Indian Retailers Can Navigate the Road to RecoveryThe 2020 coronavirus pandemic has seen the Indian government impose restrictions to curb the spread of the virus. We discuss the wide-ranging impacts of the ongoing lockdown on India’s retail sector and explore how retailers have responded to the crisis. In addition to examining the challenges that lie ahead, we present a three-pronged approach for retailers to survive the post-coronavirus recovery period and emerge stronger.
May 8, 2020 Flash Report Register for Free Access Neiman Marcus Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, the First Department-Store Retailer To Do So Due to the Coronavirus Neiman Marcus began Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings on May 7, 2020, making it the first US department-store retailer to file for bankruptcy amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. We outline the proceedings and discuss the company’s recent struggles in the luxury market.
May 8, 2020 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 19: J.Crew and Neiman Marcus File For Chapter 11 BankruptcyOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Five Below, J.Crew and Nordstrom in the US and The Oasis and Warehouse Group and Sainsbury’s in the UK.
May 5, 2020 Deep Dive Premium International Apparel Retail in India: Evolving High-Growth Market Attracts More PlayersIndia’s large and lucrative apparel retail market is attracting growing interest from international retailers, with a number of brands plotting their market entry and expansion. We examine the market landscape—including economic reform, entry routes and socioeconomic factors—and discuss its key players.
May 5, 2020 Insight Report Premium Experiential Retail: VR Technology Drives Consumer Engagement and 70% Higher Conversion RatesDue to the widespread store shutdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic, consumers are shopping online for nearly all of their discretionary needs. We explore how brands and retailers can leverage virtual reality technologies to enhance their e-commerce offerings and engage with shoppers through experiential retail—while realizing benefits such as higher purchase conversion rates and wider reach to consumers.
May 4, 2020 Insight Report Premium US Mother’s Day Retail Preview 2020: Spending Could Halve as Lockdowns Limit Shopper OptionsWith Mother’s Day just around the corner, we assess the planned spending of US consumers on the occasion this year, amid the coronavirus crisis. We consider the outlook for retail in light of current shopping trends and propose actions that retailers could take to engage with consumers for Mother’s Day.
May 1, 2020 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 18: JCPenney Seeks Bankruptcy Funding, Inches Closer to BankruptcyOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Gap Inc. and JCPenney in the US and Animal, Debenhams and John Lewis in the UK.
April 30, 2020 Insight Report Premium Coronavirus Insights: Retail Playbook—React and AdaptWith the global retail industry taking heavy hits from the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, we provide a playbook for nonfood brands and retailers in Western markets to help them navigate the crisis. Our guide is based around the themes of reacting in the short term and adapting in the medium to long term.
April 23, 2020 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 17: Neiman Marcus May File for Bankruptcy ImminentlyOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Dollar General, Lord & Taylor and Neiman Marcus in the US and Cath Kidston and Debenhams in the UK.
April 23, 2020 Insight Report Premium Beauty Insights: Livestreaming Increases Revenue and Loyalty—Lessons Learned during the CoronavirusWith many brands and retailers facing heavy revenue losses due to widespread temporary closures caused by the coronavirus, we explore how beauty brands are leveraging digital channels to engage with consumers. We consider the lessons that can be learned from beauty retail in China, with a focus on livestreaming.
April 22, 2020 Event Coverage Register for Free Access Open for Business with Jeff Brown, Supply Chain Expert: Solutions for a Crisis and BeyondAs part of our Open for Business webinar series, we hosted supply chain expert Jeff Brown. We present the transcript from this webinar, in which Brown offered insights into the supply chain challenges and the shape of demand during the current coronavirus pandemic.
April 21, 2020 Deep Dive Premium International Grocery Retail in India: Opportunities in a High-Growth Sector, Despite Regulatory ConstraintsThe food and grocery retail market in India is among the largest in the world. With organized retail still finding its feet, a host of international retailers are vying to claim a sizeable slice of the grocery sector. We examine the market landscape and discuss its key players.
April 17, 2020 Flash Report Register for Free Access Bankruptcy Looms at JCPenney; Amazon and Kohl’s Could BenefitJCPenney is reported to be preparing to file for bankruptcy as the coronavirus crisis forces it to close its stores. We review recent developments, the company’s sales mix and which retailers could gain shoppers should JCPenney close its doors for good.
