June 1, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Playbook: Succeeding with Alternative Models in Retail–Resale, Subscription and RentalIn this Playbook, we present six key strategies for retailers to capitalize on the benefits of three alternative models in retail: resale, subscription and rental. We discuss examples of each strategy and analyze how retailers can unlock new opportunity with each model.
June 1, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Amazon Apparel US Consumer Survey 2022: Amazon Dominates as Pandemic Impacts FadeWe explore Amazon’s shifting position in an apparel sector reshaped by the pandemic, revealing how many US shoppers are buying clothing and footwear on Amazon, why, and where (if anywhere) they are switching spending from—among many other findings. This is Coresight Research’s fifth annual Amazon apparel survey report.
May 31, 2022 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 5: Guess, Macy’s, Ralph Lauren and Urban Outfitters Post Strong Results; Burlington, Gap and Ross Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 29, 2022, namely Alibaba, American Eagle Outfitters, Best Buy and Dollar General, among others.
May 31, 2022 Insight Report Premium Supply Chain Briefing: Lockdowns in China and Cyberattacks Rattle Supply Chains While Acquisition Activity Heats UpAs part of our Supply Chain Briefing series, we examine how the lockdowns in Shanghai, Shenzhen and other cities in China continue to disrupt the supply chain, the threat of cyberattacks in supply chains, recent logistics-related acquisitions and the potential impact of the FABRIC Act.
May 31, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Conflicted Shoppers React to Rising Covid-19 Cases and Rising TemperaturesConsumer behavior shows the conflict between rising Covid-19 cases and warmer weather. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.
May 30, 2022 Insight Report Premium US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker: April 2022’s Clothing and Footwear Spending Up 6% Year over YearThe Coresight Research US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker provides a monthly update on the trajectory of consumer spending on beauty, clothing and footwear. In this report, we discuss data from April 2022, showing that spending is up 6% year over year.
May 27, 2022 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 21: US Store Openings Up 6% 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 Allsup’s, L.L. Bean and Wegmans in the US and Geek Retreat, House of Fraser and Savers in the UK.
May 25, 2022 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 4: Target and Walmart Sound Alarm Bells over Discretionary Demand; Kohl’s and Lowe’s See Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 22, 2022, namely Bath & Body Works, BJ’s, Deckers Outdoor and The Home Depot, among others.
May 24, 2022 Deep Dive Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: In-Store Spending Falters as Avoidance Rises Once MoreIn-store shopping is already feeling the impact of rising Covid-19 cases. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.
May 23, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Head-to-Head in European Online Apparel Retailing: ASOS vs. ZalandoWe 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.
May 23, 2022 Insight Report 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.
May 20, 2022 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 20: US Store Closures Down by Two-Thirds 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 Ahold Delhaize, Best Buy and Cotton On in the US and Angling Direct, Dune London and The Food Warehouse in the UK.
May 20, 2022 Deep Dive Premium Market Outlook: Apparel Specialty Retail—US and UK Revivals To Outpace Lockdown-Hit ChinaWe 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.
May 18, 2022 Insight Report Premium April 2022 US Retail Sales: Growth Strengthens but Volumes Remain Down Year over YearApril 2022 US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by 6% year over year as discretionary spending was squeezed by inflation. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales increase and which did not do well.
May 18, 2022 Deep Dive Register for Free Access The On-Demand Manufacturing Revolution in Apparel: Five Factors Fueling GrowthTo 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.
