Deep Dive | July 13, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers Turn To Warehouse Clubs for Independence DayOur 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. Read More
Deep Dive | July 8, 2021 Premium Wholesale vs. DTC: Strategies for Brands and RetailersSelling 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. Read More
Event Coverage | July 8, 2021 Register for Free Access Coresight Research x Newmine: Tackling Returns Ahead of Holiday 2021—Technology-Driven Strategies To Protect the Bottom LineWe present three key insights from Coresight Research’s panel discussion with technology innovator Newmine, including how new technology is disrupting the retail returns market. Read More
Insight Report | July 8, 2021 Premium Gender-Free Products: A Growing Market OpportunityDiverse 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. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | July 7, 2021 Premium Market Outlook: US and China E-Commerce—Platforms Likely To Adjust to a Changing Product MixIn this Market Outlook, we explore how the e-commerce market in the US and China has been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and provide an outlook for the sector moving forward. We discuss the key drivers of e-commerce growth, as well as the market’s competitive landscape, M&A activity, retail innovators and themes we are watching in 2021 and beyond. Read More
Deep Dive | July 6, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Sustained Strength in Big-Ticket RetailOur 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. Read More
Store Tracker | July 2, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 26: 7-Eleven Completes Acquisition of 3,800 Speedway StoresOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, highlights include developments from 7-Eleven, Lowe’s and United Supermarkets in the US and Gap, Hobbycraft and Tommy Hilfiger in the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | July 2, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra, June 2021: Lower-Income Consumers Boost Discretionary SpendingAggregating data from our weekly surveys, our monthly US Consumer Tracker Extra series reveals longer-term trends in consumer behavior. We dive deeper into demographic factors behind changes in spending and social habits and project how these changes will impact the retail landscape over the next few months. In this report, we also consider the differences in shopping behaviors between Amazon and Walmart shoppers. Read More
Deep Dive | June 29, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: A Gradual Return to Pre-Pandemic BehaviorOur 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. Read More
Deep Dive | June 28, 2021 Premium 1Q21 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Most Discretionary Retailers See Robust RecoveryWe assess the recent performance of selected US-based retailers, brands, e-commerce platforms and REITs in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps for the first quarter of 2021, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Insight Report | June 24, 2021 Premium 6.18 Shopping Festival 2021 Provides a Further Boost to Retail in ChinaThe 6.18 Shopping Festival further stimulated post-pandemic consumption in China. We outline sales performances across different e-commerce platforms during the festival and discuss three key trends that we saw during this year’s event—covering consumer interest in new products, upgraded logistics networks and e-commerce platforms’ strategies to improve the shopping experience. Read More
Insight Report | June 22, 2021 Premium May 2021 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in May 2021, we saw strong retail sales growth in the US, the UK and China. We also consider wage growth and food and fuel prices in these three markets. Read More
Deep Dive | June 22, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Travel Plans and a Widespread Return to Public Places Signal a Strong Summer AheadOur 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 shopping, as well as consumer avoidance of public places and what activities they have done in the past two weeks. Read More
Insight Report | June 18, 2021 Premium Amazon Prime Day 2021: Preview—Five Key InsightsWe present five key insights into Prime Day 2021 in advance of the event on June 21–22, covering popular product categories, advantages of the June timing for Amazon, Prime membership rates, support for third-party businesses and competing retailers’ sales events. Read More
Insight Report | June 17, 2021 Premium May 2021 China Retail Sales: Growth Continues To Slow, at 11% Year over YearWe review the latest data for retail sales in China, in total and by sector. In May 2021, sales growth continued to slow, reaching 11% year over year, against weak pandemic-impacted comparatives from 2020. Read More
