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Deep Dive | August 16, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Retreat from Stores, Malls and Restaurants as Covid-19 Cases Rise

As Covid-19 cases rise in the US, we explore how consumer behavior is changing. Our latest weekly survey report presents findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks.

Insight Report | August 13, 2021 Premium

ASOS Capital Markets Day 2021: Company To Expand Its Fulfillment Center Capacity by 50% in Next Two Years

The Coresight Research team attended the virtual ASOS Capital Markets Day on August 10, 2021. In this report, we present insights from the event, covering fulfillment center automation and logistics network expansion, optimizing transportation, and sustainability.

Store Tracker | August 13, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 32: US Store Closures Down 28% Year over Year

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Allsup’s, Hibbett Sports and Hudson in the US and Bensons for Beds, Holland & Barrett and Signet Jewelers in the UK.

Insight Report | August 12, 2021 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, August 2021: M&A and Investments Continue; Brands Diversify Product Catalogs and Connect with Communities

As 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—namely, the rapid launch of new brands, diversifying product catalogs and brands’ efforts to connect with consumer communities. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Deep Dive | August 11, 2021 Premium

European Apparel E-Commerce Platforms: Gaining Share of an Expanding Market

While the overall Western European apparel and footwear market continues to see gradual post-pandemic recovery, pure-play e-commerce retail companies are witnessing very strong trends. We discuss the competitive landscape and outlook for three leading European apparel and footwear e-commerce retail firms in our Coresight 100 list: ASOS, Boohoo Group and Zalando. We cover four key investment areas for these e-commerce players, as well as three trends we are watching.

Insight Report | August 10, 2021 Premium

Earnings Insights 2Q21, Week 2: Hanesbrands and VF Corporation See Robust Recovery; Macerich and Simon Property Group Raise Guidance

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 8, 2021—including Alibaba, Hanesbrands, Macerich, Simon Property Group and VF Corporation.

Deep Dive | August 10, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Amazon Prime—Why Members Join the Program and Why Other Shoppers Don’t

Our latest survey report reviews Amazon Prime membership among US consumers, including the reasons shopper do or do not join the program. We also present findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks.

Company Profile | August 9, 2021 Premium

Rent the Runway Company Profile

Rent the Runway is an online platform for accessories, apparel and footwear rental. Headquartered in New York City, the company operates in the US.

Store Tracker | August 6, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 31: US Store Openings Up 48% Year over Year

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Farm Stores, Presidente Supermarkets and Rolex in the US and Disney, Frasers Group and The Range in the UK.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | August 5, 2021 Premium

Market Outlook: Apparel and Footwear in the US, the UK and China—Strong US Recovery

In Market Outlook report, we provide an update on the recovery of the clothing and footwear market in the US, the UK and China. We present our updated market sizing estimates for 2021 and beyond and discuss e-commerce penetration, competitive landscape and key themes in the market.

Innovator Profile | August 5, 2021 Premium

Innovator Profile: Livescale Enables Seamless Live Shopping Experiences

As part of our Innovator Profile series, we profile Livescale, a platform that provides e-commerce infrastructure for brands and retailers to host seamless and engaging live shopping experiences. This report is sponsored by Livescale.

Insight Report | August 3, 2021 Premium

US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker: Clothing and Footwear Spending 19% Above Pre-Crisis Levels in June 2021

The 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 the continuing recovery in consumer spending on apparel in June 2021 as pandemic restrictions are eased.

Deep Dive | August 3, 2021 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Sustainability Awareness and Rising Concerns About Covid-19

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. We present findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. This week, we also discuss US consumers’ attitudes to sustainability.

Deep Dive | August 2, 2021 Premium

Inclusive Corporate Strategies in US Retail

Companies are focusing on their corporate strategies to improve diversity through internal teams, products and the supply chain. We explore inclusivity in corporate structures and policies, with examples of recent initiatives by brands and retailers operating in the US.

Store Tracker | July 30, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 30: US Store Closures Down 28% Year over Year

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Alimentation Couche-Tard, Ocean State Job Lot and Staples in the US and Burberry, JFT Warehouse and The Range in the UK.