Insight Report | April 28, 2020 Premium March 2020 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in March 2020, we can see the substantial impact of the coronavirus in the US and the UK, but a minor rebound for China as the retail sales decline eased. Read More
Event Coverage | April 27, 2020 Register for Free Access Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 2020: Fashion, Passion and Sustainability in a Coronavirus WorldIndustry leaders in the fashion industry came together for two days of discussion amid the coronavirus pandemic. We present key insights from Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 2020 summit, which was hosted online and emphasized sustainability and philanthropy in fashion. Read More
Store Tracker | April 23, 2020 Premium 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. Read More
Event Coverage | April 22, 2020 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. Read More
Insight Report | April 22, 2020 Premium Search for Cost Cuts Could Prompt a Surge in Outsourcing amid Coronavirus CrisisIn response to the coronavirus crisis, we expect more companies to outsource key business functions to better manage their costs and minimize risk in a downturn economy. We discuss the key benefits of such a strategy for retailers and consider the business functions that can be outsourced. Read More
Store Tracker | April 17, 2020 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 16: True Religion Apparel 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 JCPenney and True Religion Apparel in the US and Debenhams in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | April 16, 2020 Premium March 2020 US Retail Sales: Discretionary Sectors Post Deep Declines as Coronavirus-Led Lockdowns Hit Consumer SpendingUS retail sales saw deep declines in March, a stark change from the impressive gains made in January and February as large-scale retail shutdowns are implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read More
Insight Report | April 15, 2020 Premium March 2020 US Same-Store Sales: Costco Sees Food Sales Surge over 30%, but Softlines Down by Double DigitsThe impact of the coronavirus continues to be experienced by retailers globally, negatively affecting comps growth but resulting in a surge in online shopping and essential purchases (such as food). This report looks at the March same-store sales results of Costco and Buckle. Read More
Insight Report | April 14, 2020 Premium Coronavirus Insights: US vs. China Store Shutdown and Reopening Timeline—Where Is the US Now?We outline our expectations for brick-and-mortar retail in the US amidst the coronavirus outbreak by comparing key milestone in the country’s coronavirus timeline to the experience of China, which is seemingly recovering from the pandemic. Exploring the timelines of both nations, we consider store closures by week, store reopenings and mall shutdowns/reopenings. Read More
Deep Dive | April 14, 2020 Premium Amazon Apparel Consumer Survey 2020: Amazon Cements Its Lead in US Fashion MarketIn our third annual consumer-survey report on Amazon’s position in apparel, we explore 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. Read More
Insight Report | April 14, 2020 Premium Insights from China: How Brands Can Harness the Power of KOLs and KOCsKey opinion leaders (KOLs) and key opinion consumers (KOCs) are social media influencers whose product reviews can drive sales in particular sectors by mobilizing consumer spending. We discuss how brand and retailers can tap into the China market by leveraging influencers as a marketing strategy Read More
Store Tracker | April 10, 2020 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 15: Dean & DeLuca 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 Dean & DeLuca and Walgreens in the US and Arcadia Group, Debenhams and Walgreens Boots Alliance in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | April 9, 2020 Premium Xcel Brands x Coresight Research Monthly Fashion Trend Report: April 2020—Top Trends Include Square-Neck Dresses and Cropped CardigansThe Monthly Fashion Trend Report highlights the top growing and accelerating fashion silhouettes that consumers are searching for and provides actionable insights for functional business units. This report looks at the square-necked dresses and cropped cardigans. Read More
Event Presentation | April 9, 2020 Premium Xcel Brands x Coresight Research Monthly Fashion Trend Data Report: April 2020The Monthly Fashion Trend Data Report highlights the top growing and accelerating fashion silhouettes that consumers are searching for and provides actionable insights for functional business units. This report looks at the square-necked dress and cropped cardigan, among other popular apparel items. Read More
Insight Report | April 8, 2020 Premium US Easter Retail Preview 2020: Retailers Must Offer Optimism and Seize the Few Opportunities amid Coronavirus CrisisWith Easter just around the corner, we assess the planned spending of US consumers on the holiday this year amid the coronavirus crisis. We consider the outlook for retail this Easter in light of current shopping trends and propose actions that retailers could take to engage with consumers over the holiday—both to drive sales in the short term and to build stronger customer relationships for long-term gains. Read More
