Event Coverage | January 21, 2022 Premium NRF 2022 Wrap-Up: The Metaverse, Livestreaming E-Commerce and Value of DataWe provide 10 key insights from NRF 2022, covering the implications for retailers of the rise of the metaverse, livestreaming e-commerce, the value of data and more. Read More
Store Tracker | January 21, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 3: US Closures Down 55% 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 Arula, Barnes & Noble and Smart & Final in the US and Clintons, Geek Retreat and Monsoon Accessorize in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | January 18, 2022 Premium December 2021 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Weakens, Ticket Strengthens as Shoppers Consolidate TripsWe analyze store traffic in December 2021 in the midst of rising Covid-19 cases, and review weekly shopper traffic trends through the month, plus traffic by retailer vertical, region and retailer location type. Read More
Deep Dive | January 18, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Avoidance Appears To PeakConsumer avoidance of public places appears to be reaching its peak, although Covid-19 case numbers remain high amid the Omicron wave. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Store Tracker | January 14, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 2: US Openings Up 7% 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 ACME Markets, Kmart and Trader Joe’s in the US and B&Q, GO Outdoors and Wilko in the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | January 13, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra: Consumer Habits and Spending in 2021We use a year’s worth of US consumer survey data to track 2021 trends. Our analysis reveals differences in age and regional behaviors as well as online and in-store buying patterns. Read More
Insight Report | January 12, 2022 Premium Livestreaming Latest, January 2022: Monetization and E-Commerce Tools Empower Content CreatorsAs part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent M&A and investment activity as well as three notable trends in the global livestreaming space: the expansion of monetization tools for creators, new live shopping events from the social media giants, and game-changing technology partnerships. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally. Read More
Insight Report | January 12, 2022 Premium Brand Mashups in Fashion: Benefits in Consumer Engagement, Access to New Markets and MoreWe explore the value of brand mashups (collaborations) in the fashion industry, highlighting three primary benefits of this strategy with examples of recent high-profile collaborations. Read More
Store Tracker | January 7, 2022 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 1: The New Year Sees Announced US Closures Down by HalfOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Grocery Outlet, Harbor Freight and L.L. Bean in the US and Aldi, Castore and Vans in the UK. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | January 6, 2022 Premium Market Outlook: Global Fast Fashion—Poised for Strong GrowthIn this Market Outlook, we explore the global fast-fashion industry 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
Deep Dive | January 5, 2022 Premium America’s Retail Bankruptcies: 2021 ReviewThe US retail industry is navigating an unprecedented era of disruption and transformation. We review major US retail bankruptcies in 2021 in total and by notable retailers. We discuss the key factors that led selected retailers to collapse and compare the bankruptcy landscape in 2021 to 2020. Read More
Deep Dive | January 4, 2022 Premium The US Handbag Market: Sustainability and Resale Drive GrowthFollowing recovery in 2021 to pre-crisis levels, we discuss the US handbag market, including our outlook for 2022 and beyond. We also cover the main market drivers, key trends and headwinds we are seeing. Read More
Deep Dive | January 3, 2022 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Drives Further Consumer AvoidanceAs the holiday season draws to a close, the rapid spread of the Omicron variant is driving a resurgence in consumer caution. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Deep Dive | January 3, 2022 Premium The US Eyewear Market: Putting the $50 Billion Category in FocusWe discuss the US eyewear market and what brands and retailers are doing to better serve this segment of the accessories industry. Read More
Insight Report | January 3, 2022 Premium 3Q21 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Inventories Jump Despite Supply Chain ConstraintsOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Tracker analyzes inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 3Q21 and assess how and why levels are changing. This quarter, many retailers posted higher two-year inventory turnover rates on a two-year basis. Read More
