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Insight Report | November 29, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 3Q22, Week 5: Dollar Tree, Foot Locker and Guess? Raise Sales Guidance; Burlington and Nordstrom See Sales Decline

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, as they report third-quarter 2022 earnings. This week includes highlights from American Eagle Outfitters, Best Buy and Burlington Stores, among others.

Insight Report | November 23, 2022 Premium

10.10 Shopping Festival 2022: 10 Key Takeaways

Coresight Research’s 10.10 Shopping Festival drew a global audience. We provide 10 takeaways, including consumers’ device preferences, peak traffic times, consumers’ interest in behind the scenes and food content, the clean beauty trend and more.

Insight Report | November 23, 2022 Premium

Countdown to Holiday 2022: Black Friday Preview—2022 Marks a Return To Normalcy

On the surface, Black Friday 2022 may seem extraordinary—with retailers implementing a wide variety of discounts earlier than usual and growing inflation and promotion fatigue—but this year’s shopping holiday marks a return to pre-pandemic normalcy.

Deep Dive | November 23, 2022 Premium

US CBD Survey 2022: Consumers Want More CBD Products from Trusted Retailers and Brands

We analyze proprietary survey data on the US CBD consumer, showing that consumers are seeking more products from trusted brands and retailers. We report their average spending, reasons and methods for consumption and where consumers purchase CBD.

Deep Dive | November 22, 2022 Premium

100 Retail Companies, 10 Years: Analyzing Financial Performance and Winning Strategies

Our analysis of 100 retail companies covers their 10-year financial performance as well as winning strategies to emulate high-performing companies. We analyze sales growth, margins, free cash flow, return on capital and debt levels for small, medium and large companies.

Insight Report | November 22, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 3Q22, Week 4: Bath & Body Works, BJ’s, Macy’s and Walmart Raise Guidance; Alibaba and Target See Slow Growth

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, as they report third-quarter 2022 earnings. This week includes highlights from Alibaba, Bath & Body Works and BJ’s Wholesale Club, among others.

Deep Dive | November 22, 2022 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Inflation Prompts Major Shifts in Pre-Holiday Consumer Behavior

We analyze inflation’s impact on US consumer behavior. Our US consumer survey presents a detailed update on US consumers’ behavior and expectations, with a focus on the implications for US retail.

Insight Report | November 18, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: Immersive Virtual Experiences Boost Engagement

As part of our Singles’ Day 2022 coverage, we discuss virtually immersive experiences that debuted during the global online shopping festival, including several metaverse launches.

Deep Dive | November 18, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: Making an Impact Around the World

Singles’ Day (also known as 11.11), the world’s largest online global shopping festival, expanded once again this year, including an increasing number of retailers from outside China. As part of our Singles’ Day 2022 coverage, we examine various promotions from locations outside Mainland China.

Insight Report | November 17, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: New Products, Entrants and Trends—Brands Capitalize on Immersive Technologies and Virtual Products

As part of our Singles’ Day 2022 coverage, we discuss new products, entrants and trends that emerged during this year’s festival—specifically those that surfaced on the platforms of Alibaba and JD.com—and how they tie into ongoing retail themes in China.

Insight Report | November 16, 2022 Premium

Singles’ Day 2022: Platforms Discard Traditional GMV Metrics and Focus on Immersive and Sustainable Shopping

In our Singles’ Day 2022 wrap up, we provide an overview of the festival’s main events, including analysis of the initiatives and performances of major e-commerce players during the most challenging Singles’ Day to date.

Insight Report | November 15, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 3Q22, Week 3: Capri, Ralph Lauren and Sprouts Report Strong Results; Hanesbrands and Qurate Post Sales Declines

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week includes coverage of companies such as Coty, Hanesbrands, Qurate Retail, Ralph Lauren and Sprouts Farmers Market, among others.

Deep Dive | November 14, 2022 Premium

US Apparel Accessories Retailing: New Opportunities Support Recovery

We analyze the US apparel accessories market, presenting the market size, factors, a competitive landscape, proprietary survey data and themes we are watching. A full recovery is set to take place in 2023, with growing opportunities in gender-neutral accessories.

Insight Report | November 11, 2022 Premium

India Retail Insights: The Open Network for Digital Commerce—Supporting Small Sellers and Curbing Digital Monopolies

The ONDC is an initiative from the Indian government to promote a countrywide open network for e-commerce. We provide an overview of the ONDC, including its objectives, features, network components, opportunities and the challenges it faces.

Market Outlook | November 11, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: China Apparel and Footwear—Domestic Brands Gain Shares in a Slowing Retail Environment

In this Market Outlook, we discuss the growth trajectory of China’s apparel and footwear market in a pandemic-impacted retail environment and explore the competitive landscape and key trends that are driving demand.