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Deep Dive | June 24, 2022 Premium

US Womenswear Retailing: The Return of Occasion Wear Fuels $278 Billion Market

We analyze the US womenswear market, covering its size, growth factors and the competitive landscape. We also discuss what and where consumers are shopping, as well as key themes we are watching—including the recovery of occasion wear and the opportunities in plus-size and adaptive apparel.

Deep Dive | June 23, 2022 Premium

US Menswear Retailing: A Fragmented Market with Opportunities in Occasion Wear and Inclusive Apparel

We analyze the US menswear market, covering its size, growth factors and the competitive landscape. We also discuss what and where consumers are shopping, as well as key themes we are watching—including the recovery of occasion wear and the opportunity in plus-size apparel.

Deep Dive | June 22, 2022 Premium

1Q22 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Consumers Under Pressure—But High-End Proves Resilient

We analyze the first quarter of 2022 performance of select, mostly US-based retailers, brands, and e-commerce platforms in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes.

Deep Dive | June 20, 2022 Premium

Think Tank: M&A in US Retail—Opportunities to Expand Capacity and Redefine Portfolios

This Thank Tank explores mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in US retail, covering the key retail sectors experiencing M&A activity and factors impacting M&A, including drivers and headwinds. We present three strategies for retailers to capitalize on growth trends in M&A.

Deep Dive | June 16, 2022 Premium

Think Tank: Livestreaming E-Commerce Gains Ground in the US

The live shopping landscape is growing more competitive as consumer adoption increases. In this Think Tank, we explore the livestreaming e-commerce market in the US, including its size, market factors and themes we are watching.

Insight Report | June 16, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, June 2022: Battle for Creators on Social Media Platforms Intensifies

As part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in the global livestreaming space—centered around content creators and gamification. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Deep Dive | June 15, 2022 Premium

Think Tank: Seizing Social Commerce Opportunities in the US

Social commerce has become a key channel for retail companies to offer a seamless shopping experience. In this Think Tank, we explore the social commerce market in the US, including its development, market factors and trends we are watching.

Insight Report | June 15, 2022 Premium

Walmart Spearheads RFID, Again

We examine Walmart’s growing use of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, including its January 2022 mandate for its suppliers. Read more about RFID’s place in the mass retailer’s omnichannel strategy.

Infographic | June 14, 2022

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Amazon Apparel US Consumer Survey 2022 Infographic

Coresight Research explores Amazon’s shifting position in an apparel sector reshaped by the pandemic. We present our key findings in a free infographic.

Insight Report | June 13, 2022 Premium

Metaverse Fashion Set To Boom, As Consumers Are Keen To Show Their Digital Styles and Identities

We analyze opportunities for the fashion industry in the metaverse, covering product sales, marketing and brand building. While the metaverse is still in its infancy, half of the fashion brands and retailers in the Coresight 100 have entered the space.

Insight Report | June 10, 2022 Premium

Five Months to Singles’ Day: Seizing Opportunities in Livestreaming and Social Marketing

We continue our countdown to Singles’ Day by exploring the popular Chinese livestreaming and social media platforms that brands and retailers can make use of in their marketing campaigns for this year’s festival.

Insight Report | June 7, 2022 Premium

6.18 Shopping Festival 2022: Five Trends To Watch

The extended 6.18 shopping festival in China is already well under way, with pre-sales and first sales periods providing a boost to consumer spending. We present five trends to watch during this year’s festival, covering sustainability, the metaverse, omnichannel strategies and more.

Deep Dive | June 1, 2022 Premium

Playbook: Succeeding with Alternative Models in Retail–Resale, Subscription and Rental

In this Playbook, we present six key strategies for retailers to capitalize on the benefits of three alternative models in retail: resale, subscription and rental. We discuss examples of each strategy and analyze how retailers can unlock new opportunity with each model.

Deep Dive | June 1, 2022 Premium

Amazon Apparel US Consumer Survey 2022: Amazon Dominates as Pandemic Impacts Fade

We explore Amazon’s shifting position in an apparel sector reshaped by the pandemic, revealing 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. This is Coresight Research’s fifth annual Amazon apparel survey report.

Insight Report | May 31, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 5: Guess, Macy’s, Ralph Lauren and Urban Outfitters Post Strong Results; Burlington, Gap and Ross Sales Decline

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 29, 2022, namely Alibaba, American Eagle Outfitters, Best Buy and Dollar General, among others.