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Deep Dive | March 31, 2020 Premium

Coronavirus Insights: A Look Back To Look Ahead—The Great Recession of 2007–2009 and Today

We look back at the Great Recession of 2007–2009, to apply learnings from the sales performance of the US retail industry to the current coronavirus situation. We break down our analysis of the impact of the recession on the retail industry by sector and consider the implications for how retailers will fare the coronavirus pandemic.

Insight Report | March 30, 2020 Premium

February 2020 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and China

Global consumer markets were buffeted last month as the coronavirus outbreak once limited to one country spread to become a global pandemic. Recent figures show consumer spending took a pounding in China, experienced an uncharacteristic surge in the US and grew in the UK.

Store Tracker | March 27, 2020 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 13: RTW Retailwinds Announces Store Closures

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Five Below, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet and RTW Retailwinds in the US and Frasers Group and Laura Ashley in the UK.

Store Tracker | March 24, 2020 Databank Members

US Store Closures 2020 Outlook: Coronavirus Outbreak Set To Trigger Unprecedented Number of Closures

With a number of temporary store closures already in effect in the US due to the coronavirus outbreak, this report assesses the outlook for physical retail over the remainder of 2020. We compare year-to-date store closure data with 2019 and discuss a potential rise in bankruptcies, which may become a reality for many struggling retailers. We also predict the total number of closures we expect to see in the US in the full-year 2020.

Deep Dive | March 23, 2020 Premium

4Q19 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up

Fourth-quarter 2019 retail earnings show that many companies across the retail industry saw strong growth. However, our coverage of the Coresight 100 reveals that the CPG and department-store sectors bucked this trend, with the latter continuing to struggle. Companies across the board have updated their guidance due to coronavirus disruption in the supply chain and demand in Asia, but we are yet to see updates based on the spread of the virus to the US, with the nation moving closer to lockdown.

Store Tracker | March 20, 2020 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 12: Modell’s Sporting Goods Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy; Coronavirus Triggers Temporary Store Closures

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Gap, Modell’s Sporting Goods and Neiman Marcus in the US and Dixons Carphone and Laura Ashley in the UK.

Deep Dive | March 19, 2020 Premium

US Off-Price Retail: Two Companies Dominate the Market

Consumer demand remains high for off-price retail in the US. We present the defining characteristics of this typically brick-and-mortar market and discuss the top retailers by US market share—including Burlington, Nordstrom, Ross Stores and TJX Companies, Inc—with two players being particularly dominant. This report also discusses the physical footprint expansion of selected retailers, the role of e-commerce, growing product categories in the market and how traditional department stores are leveraging off-price channels.

Insight Report | March 19, 2020 Premium

China Retail Sales Slide During Coronavirus Shutdown: Implications for US Retail

As US retail (and citizenry) brace for the impact of the worsening COVID-19 outbreak, China is slowly but surely recovering. What lessons can US retail learn from their Chinese counterparts to navigate this uncertain time?

Insight Report | March 18, 2020 Premium

Coronavirus Insights: US Retail Braces for Worsening Outbreak

The situation in the US is changing rapidly as local, state and federal governments moves to slow the spread of coronavirus. Retail is getting ready for a tough few months as closures hammer earnings.

Insight Report | March 17, 2020 Premium

Consumer Tech Briefing: Technology To Reduce Returns, Enhance Product Listings and Boost Brand Engagement

Each month, our Consumer Tech Briefing series discusses recent developments in the world of technology. This month, we focus on digital tools that have been launched recently to provide consumers with a richer, more informed shopping experience both online and in brick-and-mortar stores.

Flash Report | March 13, 2020

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Coronavirus Briefing: US Retailers Hit by Both Demand and Supply Chain Issues

US retailers are assessing the impact of the coronavirus. As US retail companies reported 4Q19 earnings, many noted sharply lower sales in China and outlined the impact of supply-chain disruptions. However, suppressed retail demand in the US market is likely yet to come.

Store Tracker | March 13, 2020 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2020, Week 11: Art Van Furniture Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Art Van Furniture, Kroger and Nordstrom in the US and John Lewis Partnership in the UK.

Insight Report | March 12, 2020 Premium

Xcel Brands x Coresight Research Monthly Fashion Trend Report: March 2020—Top Trends Include Slit Skirts and Tie-Front Tops

The Monthly Fashion Trend Report highlights the top growing and accelerating fashion silhouettes consumers are searching for and provides actionable insights for functional business units. This report looks at what’s happening with slit skirts and tie-front tops.

Insight Report | March 11, 2020 Premium

Xcel Brands x Coresight Research Monthly Fashion Trend Data Report: March 2020

The Monthly Fashion Data Report highlights the top growing and accelerating fashion silhouettes consumers are searching for and provides actionable insights for functional business units. This report looks at what’s happening with slit skirts and tie-front tops.

Insight Report | March 9, 2020 Premium

February 2020 US Same-Store Sales: Costco Comp Growth Increases on the Back of Coronavirus Buying

With new corona cases popping up around the country and California declaring a state of emergency, Americans are snapping up supplies. Costco benefited hugely, but not all retailers fared as well.