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US Consumer Tracker: Sustainability Awareness and Rising Concerns About Covid-19

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. We 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. This week, we also discuss US consumers’ attitudes to sustainability.

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US Consumer Tracker: In-Store Nonfood Shopping Moderates

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. We 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.

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The Nigerian Startup Ecosystem: A Budding Hub for New Retail-Tech Businesses

We discuss the startup ecosystem of Nigeria, home to the largest population and the largest economy of any country in Africa—and a thriving startup hub. The report focuses on four key retail startups that have now become major players in the country and two major retail-tech payment startups. We also present three Nigerian accelerators and an overview of the retail and startup landscape across Africa as a whole.

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US Consumer Tracker: Holiday Early Read—Higher Earners To Drive Increase in Spend

Our latest survey report provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, concerns and expectations, with a focus on the implications for retail. This week, we present findings on consumers’ expected spending for the 2021 holiday season. We also cover 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.

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Livestreaming Latest, July 2021: Rakuten Launches Weekly Livestreams in France; L’Oréal Canada Embraces Multichannel Streaming

Our Livestreaming Latest series provides regular updates on the variety of approaches in livestreaming e-commerce that are emerging around the world, across different retail sectors. We present recent market developments and discuss three notable trends in the livestreaming space, including multichannel streaming, a new emphasis on educational, informative content and moves toward regular broadcast schedules. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

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Wholesale vs. DTC: Strategies for Brands and Retailers

Selling directly to consumers is becoming an increasingly important channel for both new and existing brands. In this report, we compare the wholesale and direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales channels and cover a landscape of brands that are pivoting toward a DTC approach. We also present a playbook for brands and retailers to improve their wholesale and DTC strategies, including alternative wholesale approaches.

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Gender-Free Products: A Growing Market Opportunity

Diverse representation across gender identification is driving growth in retail categories including apparel and footwear, accessories and beauty. We discuss the emergence and evolution of the gender-free product category, highlighting opportunities for brands and retailers.

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