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Event Coverage | August 25, 2021

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Coresight Research’s Livestream Shopping 2021 Virtual Conference and Innovator Showcase—Five Competing Startups, Five Myths Busted and Five Panel Insights

We provide coverage of Livestream Shopping 2021, a digital conference hosted on August 18, 2021, by Coresight Research. The event comprised a pitch session with five innovative livestreaming-tech startups, as well as a fireside chat that busted five livestream myths and a panel discussion, with five key insights into livestream shopping and consumer engagement.

Insight Report | August 24, 2021 Premium

Earnings Insights 2Q21, Week 4: Ross Stores and TJX See Robust Recovery; Kohl’s, Macy’s, Target and Walmart Raise Guidance

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 22, 2021—namely, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Ross Stores, Target, TJX and Walmart.

Insight Report | August 18, 2021 Premium

July 2021 US Retail Sales: Total Sales Up 21% on a Two-Year Basis

Total US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by a strong 21% when compared to 2019 values. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in July 2021.

Insight Report | August 18, 2021 Premium

Supply Chain Briefing: Labor Scarcities Loom, Factory Shutdowns Force Supply Reallocation and Foam Shortage Impacts Home Sector

As part of our Supply Chain Briefing series, we examine key challenges and developments on retail’s supply side and their implications for the retail environment. In this report, read our analysis of labor scarcities, foam shortages and factory shutdowns in Vietnam.

Insight Report | August 17, 2021 Premium

Earnings Insights 2Q21, Week 3: eBay and The RealReal Maintain Strong Growth Momentum; Canada Goose Sees Sales Recovery Slow

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 15, 2021—namely, eBay, Canada Goose, Grocery Outlet and The RealReal.

Event Coverage | August 17, 2021

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Preview: Coresight Research’s Livestream Shopping 2021 Virtual Conference and Innovator Showcase—Unlock Next-Gen Live Commerce

We present a preview of Livestream Shopping 2021, a digital conference taking place on August 18, 2021. The event will see five innovative livestreaming-tech startups pitch their solutions, as well as a fireside chat and panel discussions with retail leaders and livestreaming influencers, who will present their insights into livestream shopping and consumer engagement.

Deep Dive | August 16, 2021 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Retreat from Stores, Malls and Restaurants as Covid-19 Cases Rise

As Covid-19 cases rise in the US, we explore how consumer behavior is changing. Our latest weekly survey report presents findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks.

Insight Report | August 12, 2021 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, August 2021: M&A and Investments Continue; Brands Diversify Product Catalogs and Connect with Communities

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 rapid launch of new brands, diversifying product catalogs and brands’ efforts to connect with consumer communities. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Insight Report | August 11, 2021 Premium

Three Months to Singles’ Day: Capitalizing on the Livestreaming Opportunity in China

Brands and retailers should engage with China’s livestreaming market to best position themselves for success during Singles’ Day 2021. With three months to go until the shopping festival, we explore the role that livestreaming is likely to take this year, with learnings from last year’s event and insights into the growth of the market.

Deep Dive | August 11, 2021 Premium

European Apparel E-Commerce Platforms: Gaining Share of an Expanding Market

While the overall Western European apparel and footwear market continues to see gradual post-pandemic recovery, pure-play e-commerce retail companies are witnessing very strong trends. We discuss the competitive landscape and outlook for three leading European apparel and footwear e-commerce retail firms in our Coresight 100 list: ASOS, Boohoo Group and Zalando. We cover four key investment areas for these e-commerce players, as well as three trends we are watching.

Insight Report | August 10, 2021 Premium

Earnings Insights 2Q21, Week 2: Hanesbrands and VF Corporation See Robust Recovery; Macerich and Simon Property Group Raise Guidance

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report second-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended August 8, 2021—including Alibaba, Hanesbrands, Macerich, Simon Property Group and VF Corporation.

Deep Dive | August 10, 2021 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Amazon Prime—Why Members Join the Program and Why Other Shoppers Don’t

Our latest survey report reviews Amazon Prime membership among US consumers, including the reasons shopper do or do not join the program. We also present findings on where, how and how much consumers are spending, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks.

Company Profile | August 9, 2021 Premium

Rent the Runway Company Profile

Rent the Runway is an online platform for accessories, apparel and footwear rental. Headquartered in New York City, the company operates in the US.

Innovator Profile | August 5, 2021 Premium

Innovator Profile: Livescale Enables Seamless Live Shopping Experiences

As part of our Innovator Profile series, we profile Livescale, a platform that provides e-commerce infrastructure for brands and retailers to host seamless and engaging live shopping experiences. This report is sponsored by Livescale.

Insight Report | August 4, 2021 Premium

Insights from Amazon’s India Prime Day 2021: A Road to Redemption for Small-Scale Physical Retailers

Amazon India held its fifth annual Prime Day shopping festival on July 26–27, 2021. We present insights from the event, covering Amazon’s preparations for the event, sales results and notable deals and discounts.