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Deep Dive | June 2, 2021 Free Report

Innovator Intelligence: Why Retail Needs To Revisit SEO

The pandemic-driven surge in e-commerce and the tightening of marketing budgets present an opportunity for retailers to review their search engine optimization (SEO) strategies. In this free report, sponsored by Botify, we analyze the key industry trends driving the need for SEO reconsideration in retail and discuss the importance and benefits of organic search. We also explore the Botify enterprise SEO platform, which can help retailers uncover SEO opportunities to derive real business value.

Insight Report | June 2, 2021 Premium

Earnings Insights 1Q21, Week 3: American Eagle Outfitters, Foot Locker, Gap and Urban Outfitters Report Strong Sales Growth

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 30, 2021, including American Eagle Outfitters, Dollar Geeral, Foot Locker, Gap, Guess?, Ulta Beauty, Urban Outfitters, VF Corporation, Williams-Sonoma and more.

Event Coverage | May 20, 2021

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CEW’s State of the Industry: Coresight Research Presents the Livestreaming Playbook for Beauty

Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presented the Livestreaming Playbook for Beauty at the Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW)’s State of the Industry event on May 13, 2021. We present key insights from Weinswig’s presentation, covering an overview of livestreaming e-commerce in China and the US and selected recommendations for US beauty brands and retailers to excel in this innovative sales channel.

Insight Report | May 19, 2021 Premium

April 2021 China Retail Sales: Growth Slows but Remains Strong, at 15% Year over Year

We review the latest data for retail sales in China, in total and by sector. In April 2021, sales growth slowed but remained strong, at 15% year over year, against weak pandemic-impacted comparatives from 2020.

Event Presentation | May 18, 2021 Premium

Contactless Beauty Landscape: Technological Innovation Driving New Experiences and Revenues

Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research discusses the contactless beauty landscape and e-commerce growth as a driver of solutions.

Insight Report | May 18, 2021 Premium

Earnings Insights 1Q21, Week 1: Estée Lauder and L’Oréal Report Positive Sales Growth on a Two-Year Basis

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 16, 2021 (and earlier), including Amazon, Estée Lauder, Grocery Outlet, Guess?, Hanesbrands, L’Oréal, Tractor Supply Company, Wayfair and more, as well as selected REITs.

Insight Report | May 18, 2021 Premium

US Subscription E-Commerce Market: Channel Shifts and Discretionary Rebound Set To Support Growth

The US subscription e-commerce market is set to see strong sales growth in 2021, building on high online shopping demand amid the pandemic in 2020. We discuss our market outlook for 2021, the competitive landscape in US subscription e-commerce and opportunities related to four trends we are watching in the market.

Insight Report | May 18, 2021 Premium

April 2021 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Declines Slightly Accelerate, but Trends Improve Toward the End of the Month

In April 2021, total US nonfood store traffic declined by 28.4% on a two-year basis (as compared to April 2019), a slight weakening from March’s 27.3% two-year decline. We review weekly shopper traffic trends through the month, as well as traffic by retailer vertical, region and retailer location type.

Store Tracker | May 14, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 19: Closures Overtake Openings

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Christopher & Banks, Primark and Sally Beauty in the US and Majestic Wines, Poundstretcher and Shoeaholics in the UK.

Deep Dive | May 13, 2021 Premium

Head-to-Head in Beauty: Sephora vs. Ulta

As part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we compare Sephora and Ulta, the leading beauty retailers in the US. In this report, we provide insights into the two companies’ sales performance and e-commerce penetration rates as well as their evolving store portfolios, merchandise offerings, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Insight Report | May 13, 2021 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, May 2021: Personalization and Community Building Emerge as Key Trends

Our new Livestreaming Latest series provides regular updates on the variety of approaches in livestreaming e-commerce that are emerging around the world, across different retail sectors. We present recent market developments and discuss three notable trends in the livestreaming space, covering personalization and community building. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Insight Report | May 12, 2021 Premium

China Retail Insights: The Rise of Virtual Influencers as an Innovative Marketing Tool

Virtual influencers are a growing phenomenon in China. We explore the evolution of the concept, the different types of virtual influencers, and how brands and retailers can use these digital characters to increase engagement with young consumers in China—including through livestreaming. We present notable examples in the market and consider the benefits and drawbacks of virtual influencers.

Insight Report | May 11, 2021 Premium

Six Months to Singles’ Day: Set 11.11 on Your Retail Calendar

Singles’ Day is the world’s largest online shopping event in terms of GMV, with Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com being the two major players. With six months to go until this year’s event, we discuss the reasons why brands and retailers should set Singles’ Day 2021 in their retail calendar—covering the recent performance of the annual shopping festival, examples of success by international brands, and the actions that brands and retailers can take now to plan for the event.

Store Tracker | May 7, 2021 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 18: Murphy USA Adds 156 Stores Through QuickChek Acquisition

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Dyson, L.L. Bean, Murphy USA and WHSmith in the US and Frasers Group, Harrods and Tommy Hilfiger in the UK.

Insight Report | May 5, 2021 Premium

US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker: Clothing and Footwear Spending 12% Above Pre-Crisis Levels in March 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 a strong recovery in consumer spending on apparel in March 2021 and spending growth in the beauty category.