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Insight Report | February 1, 2022

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Introducing the New Coresight 100: Retail Companies To Watch for 2022

Matching the rapid rate of change and evolution in the retail industry, we have reviewed and updated our Coresight 100 focus list to highlight the most important and influential brands and retailers that our readers and subscribers should pay attention to in 2022.

Insight Report | February 1, 2022 Premium

India Retail Insights: Trends from 2021, Learnings for 2022

We identify meaningful trends in India’s retail sector in 2021 and present our expectations for 2022. We discuss startups, IPOs, quick commerce, e-commerce and more.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | January 31, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: China’s Apparel and Footwear Market—Prospects for 2022 and Beyond

In this Market Outlook, we explore China’s apparel and footwear market and present our expectations for future growth, as well as key market drivers. We discuss the market’s competitive landscape, themes we are watching and retail innovators.

Deep Dive | January 31, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Exploring Shoppers’ Valentine’s Day Spending Plans

We explore US consumers’ spending expectations for Valentine’s Day 2022, through analysis of proprietary survey findings. Our latest US Consumer Tracker also charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Deep Dive | January 31, 2022 Free Report

AI-Powered Language: A New Era of Enhanced Customer Engagement

Leveraging proprietary survey data, we explore the use of advanced technologies in digital marketing—including AI-enabled solutions—to improve customer satisfaction and drive incremental value. This free report is sponsored by Persado.

Insight Report | January 27, 2022 Premium

Chinese New Year 2022 Preview: Retail, Travel and Tiger-Themed Products

Chinese New Year, which this year falls on February 1, is the single most important holiday of the year in Chinese culture. We look at what to expect from this annual retail opportunity.

Deep Dive | January 27, 2022 Premium

US Athleisure Market: Casualization and Wellness Trends Drive Growth

Athleisure has seen strong demand over the last few years, driven by growing enthusiasm for wellness fitness activities as well as the acceleration of the casualization trend amid the pandemic. We discuss the US athleisure market, including market size, competitive landscape and key trends.

Deep Dive | January 25, 2022 Free Report

2022 US E-Commerce Tech Trends

We present 10 key US e-commerce trends for 2022 and beyond, and discuss what each of these trends means for brands and retailers. This report is sponsored by headless-commerce platform provider fabric.

Event Coverage | January 21, 2022 Premium

NRF 2022 Wrap-Up: The Metaverse, Livestreaming E-Commerce and Value of Data

We provide 10 key insights from NRF 2022, covering the implications for retailers of the rise of the metaverse, livestreaming e-commerce, the value of data and more.

Deep Dive | January 18, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Avoidance Appears To Peak

Consumer avoidance of public places appears to be reaching its peak, although Covid-19 case numbers remain high amid the Omicron wave. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Deep Dive | January 16, 2022

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Six Livestreaming Myths Debunked: How To Optimize US Livestreaming E-Commerce Strategies

We debunk six myths about livestreaming e-commerce, presenting brands and retailers with critical insights into optimizing their digital transformation strategies to win in the US live-shopping space.

Deep Dive | January 13, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker Extra: Consumer Habits and Spending in 2021

We use a year’s worth of US consumer survey data to track 2021 trends. Our analysis reveals differences in age and regional behaviors as well as online and in-store buying patterns.

Insight Report | January 12, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, January 2022: Monetization and E-Commerce Tools Empower Content Creators

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: the expansion of monetization tools for creators, new live shopping events from the social media giants, and game-changing technology partnerships. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Deep Dive | January 5, 2022 Premium

America’s Retail Bankruptcies: 2021 Review

The US retail industry is navigating an unprecedented era of disruption and transformation. We review major US retail bankruptcies in 2021 in total and by notable retailers. We discuss the key factors that led selected retailers to collapse and compare the bankruptcy landscape in 2021 to 2020.

Deep Dive | January 4, 2022 Premium

The US Handbag Market: Sustainability and Resale Drive Growth

Following recovery in 2021 to pre-crisis levels, we discuss the US handbag market, including our outlook for 2022 and beyond. We also cover the main market drivers, key trends and headwinds we are seeing.