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Deep Dive | April 19, 2022 Premium

US Livestreaming E-Commerce Survey 2022: Demand for Entertainment Drives Viewership

We present insights into the current state of the livestreaming market in the US, using findings from our latest livestreaming consumer survey. We explore the role of livestreaming in the shopping journey, covering the market’s size, conversion rate and different formats.

Event Presentation | April 14, 2022 Premium

The Ultimate Operating Model for E-Commerce

On April 14, 2022, Coresight Research and Nogin hosted a webinar to discuss how retailers are using artificial intelligence and commerce-as-a-service (CaaS) to futureproof their operations. In this presentation, we explore the ultimate operating model for e-commerce, leveraging proprietary survey findings.

Insight Report | April 13, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, April 2022: Creators Access New Tools and New Sectors Embrace Livestreaming

As part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent M&A and investment activity as well as three notable trends in the global livestreaming space—namely, the launch of new moderation tools for creators, the expansion of brands’ and retailers’ livestreaming schedules, and the entry of new sectors into the livestreaming space. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Deep Dive | April 12, 2022 Premium

Playbook: How Retailers Can Capitalize on Opportunities in IPOs

IPOs are on the rise among retail companies. We analyze four key strategies for global retail companies to capitalize on growth opportunities through IPOs. We also detail a four-step action plan for brand owners and retailers seeking to go public via an IPO.

Deep Dive | April 12, 2022 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Headless Commerce

As retailers continually explore ways to streamline their omnichannel operations, switching to headless commerce has emerged as a major initiative. We present selected startups globally with innovative headless commerce solutions.

Deep Dive | April 12, 2022 Free Report

Headless Commerce: Part 3—Optimizing E-Commerce Infrastructure

Mid-size retailers increasingly need to integrate external resources in order to lower operational costs for their software-as-a-service technology, infrastructure and teams. Leveraging proprietary US survey data, we discuss external versus internal capabilities for e-commerce functions, considering challenges and desirable features in e-commerce infrastructure. This free report is sponsored by Nogin.

Insight Report | April 11, 2022 Premium

Metaverse Latest: Decentraland’s Fashion Week

As part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse and provide coverage of notable attractions and brand offerings during Decentraland’s recent Metaverse Fashion Week.

Deep Dive | April 7, 2022 Premium

International Grocery Retailers in India: Growth Opportunities Despite Regulatory Constraints

India’s $600 billion grocery retail sector is predominantly unorganized. With organized retail still finding its feet, we examine the opportunities for Western grocery retailers to claim a sizeable slice of India’s grocery sector, as well as the barriers to entry.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | April 6, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Growth Continues with New Selling Models

We analyze the US apparel and footwear market for 2022 and beyond, examining growth rates, e-commerce, the competitive landscape and six key themes we are watching.

Event Presentation | April 6, 2022 Premium

How To Put Retail at the Heart of the Metaverse: Insights Presented at World Retail Congress 2022

On April 6, 2022, Coresight Research presented at World Retail Congress on the topic of the metaverse in retail. In this presentation, we present 10 things that retailers need to know about the metaverse, covering demand for virtual land, immersive experiences, cryptocurrencies, NFTs, sustainability and more.

Insight Report | April 4, 2022 Premium

Building Blocks of the Metaverse: Blockchain

As part of our Building Blocks of the Metaverse series, we discuss the background and technological structure of the blockchain, explore its relationship with the metaverse and present key things that brands and retailers should know about blockchain.

Event Coverage | March 31, 2022

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Shoptalk 2022 Day Four and Wrap-Up: Key Retail Trends Include Personalization, Livestreaming and the Metaverse

We present our top insights from the fourth and final day of Shoptalk 2022, held on March 30, as well as the key trends that were discussed throughout the event, This report covers personalization, livestreaming, the metaverse and more.

Deep Dive | March 30, 2022 Premium

Shein in US Fast Fashion: The Multibillion-Dollar Apparel Giant Captures Share Among Young Shoppers

Shein is gaining share in the US fast-fashion market. We analyze the apparel giant’s strategies, target consumers, and competitive strengths and weaknesses, as well as recent company developments.

Event Coverage | March 30, 2022

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Shoptalk 2022 Day Three: Unlocking Creative Collaboration in Beauty, Supply Chain Complexity and Retail Transformation

We present our top insights from the third day of Shoptalk 2022, held on March 29, covering fun and creativity in the beauty industry, global supply chain concerns, reverse logistics, data privacy, consumer-centric growth and more.

Event Coverage | March 28, 2022

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Shoptalk 2022 Day One: Retail’s In-Person Reunion

We present our top insights from the first day of Shoptalk 2022, held on March 27, covering prestige beauty developments, private traffic, transparency in business leadership, healthcare, investor opportunities and more.