Deep Dive | July 15, 2021 Premium M&A in Retail: How US Retailers Can Capitalize on Growth OpportunitiesWe analyze 2020 and year-to-date 2021 retail-focused mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in the US. We also assess opportunities and challenges for retailers seeking to enter M&A transactions. Read More
Event Coverage | July 14, 2021 Register for Free Access Coresight Research x LogicSource: Unlocking True Profit Potential Across Not-For-Resale ExpensesWe present three key insights from Coresight Research’s panel discussion with procurement services and technology provider LogicSource, including how data analytics is enabling businesses to slash GNFR expenditure. Read More
Deep Dive | July 8, 2021 Premium Wholesale vs. DTC: Strategies for Brands and RetailersSelling directly to consumers is becoming an increasingly important channel for both new and existing brands. In this report, we compare the wholesale and direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales channels and cover a landscape of brands that are pivoting toward a DTC approach. We also present a playbook for brands and retailers to improve their wholesale and DTC strategies, including alternative wholesale approaches. Read More
Store Tracker | July 2, 2021 Premium Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 26: 7-Eleven Completes Acquisition of 3,800 Speedway StoresOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, highlights include developments from 7-Eleven, Lowe’s and United Supermarkets in the US and Gap, Hobbycraft and Tommy Hilfiger in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | June 30, 2021 Register for Free Access US CPG Sales Tracker: Online CPG Growth Re-Accelerates After a Spell of ContractionThe Coresight Research and IRI monthly US CPG Sales Tracker provides our data-driven insights into online sales trends in the US CPG industry—covering the product categories of food & beverage; health & beauty; and general merchandise & homecare. In this free report, we present five key insights into the four weeks ended June 13, 2021. Read More
Insight Report | June 21, 2021 Register for Free Access US CPG Sales Tracker: CPG E-Commerce Growth Continues To DecelerateThe Coresight Research and IRI monthly US CPG Sales Tracker provides our data-driven insights into online sales trends in the US CPG industry—covering the product categories of food & beverage; health & beauty; and general merchandise & homecare. In this free report, we present five key insights into the four weeks ended May 16, 2021. Read More
Event Coverage | June 17, 2021 Register for Free Access Coresight Research x HIVERY: The Age of Precision Category Management—Technology-Driven Assortment OptimizationCoresight Research and HIVERY hosted an online event to discuss the significant incremental value that technology-driven assortment optimization provides retailers and CPG (consumer packaged goods) companies. We present key insights from the event, which explored the age of precision category management. Read More
Event Coverage | June 10, 2021 Register for Free Access Coresight Research x Prevedere: The Power of Intelligent Forecasting for US CPG Companies in an Increasingly Volatile WorldCoresight Research and Prevedere hosted an online event to discuss the current consumer packaged goods (CPG) landscape in the US and the importance of using artificial intelligence and machine learning in demand forecasting and personalization. We present key insights from the event. Read More
Deep Dive | June 9, 2021 Free Report 10 Trends in US CPGUS CPG companies have increasingly adopted advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, amid pandemic-led disruption. In this free report, sponsored by Prevedere, we analyze 10 key trends impacting the US CPG industry that are being driven by such technologies—covering sustainability, demand forecasting, digital shelf optimization and more. Read More
Deep Dive | June 2, 2021 Free Report Innovator Intelligence: Why Retail Needs To Revisit SEOThe 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. Read More
Deep Dive | May 19, 2021 Premium Head-to-Head in CPG: P&G vs. UnileverAs part of Coresight Research’s Head-to-Head series, we compare P&G and Unilever, leading players in the global consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. In this report, we provide insights into four key elements of their businesses, covering revenue growth and segmentation, as well as the two companies’ strategies for digital transformation and driving growth. Read More
Event Presentation | May 12, 2021 Register for Free Access Age of Precision Category Management: Using Hyper-Localized Assortment Optimization to Meet Shopper DemandOn May 12, 2021, Coresight Research and HIVERY discussed the significant incremental value to retailers and CPG companies of optimizing assortment at the store level using advanced technologies in machine learning and data science. Read More
Insight Report | May 12, 2021 Register for Free Access US CPG Sales Tracker: Tough Comparatives Trigger Slowdown in CPG E-Commerce GrowthThe Coresight Research and IRI monthly US CPG Sales Tracker provides our data-driven insights into online sales trends in the US CPG industry—covering the product categories of food & beverage; health & beauty; and general merchandise & homecare. In this free report, we present five key insights from the four weeks ended April 18, 2021. Read More
Deep Dive | April 28, 2021 Free Report The Age of Precision Category Management: Hyper-Localized Assortment Optimization Using Advanced TechnologiesIn order to meet customer demand and expectations, it is essential for CPG companies and retailers to carry the right product assortment. In this report, sponsored by HIVERY, we discuss how CPG companies and retailers can achieve the goal of customer-centricity through the hyper-localization of assortment. We consider challenges in using data and assortment planning, as well as the skills required to succeed in retail category management. Read More
Insight Report | March 24, 2021 Premium India Retail Insights: Tata Group To Put Its Eggs in BigBasket—Acquisitions Boost Conglomerate’s Retail PresenceAs part of Coresight Research’s India Retail Insights series, we examine Tata Group’s competitive positioning within retail—against the dominance of Reliance Industries—and the implications of its impending acquisition of a majority stake in online grocery retailer BigBasket. Read More
