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Store Tracker | February 25, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 8: Year-to-Date US Openings Outnumber Closures Two to One

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Balenciaga, Hobby Lobby and Whole Foods Market in the US and Bensons for Beds, New Look and Wren Kitchens in the UK.

Insight Report | February 23, 2022 Premium

Earnings Insights 4Q21, Week 4: E-Commerce Almost Flat at Walmart; Strong Sales at Crocs and Under Armour

Our weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report fourth-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended February 20, 2022: Crocs, Under Armour and Walmart.

Insight Report | February 23, 2022 Premium

Quick Commerce in Europe: Expansion Meets Consolidation in Rapid Delivery

Following unprecedented growth in the quick-commerce space in the last 18 months, we are seeing increased demand for rapid delivery in Europe. In this report, we assess key emerging trends in quick commerce in Europe and the market prospects. We also present our growth estimates for market and discuss the primary quick-commerce models in operation.

Insight Report | February 21, 2022 Premium

Digitally Native Vertical Brands in the US Food, Beverage and Food Supplement Market: Outperforming in E-Commerce

Digitally native vertical brands (DNVBs) are a growing presence in the US food, beverage and food supplement market. We discuss the competitive landscape and three key trends that are driving sector growth.

Deep Dive | February 21, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers’ Behavior Is in Transition

US consumer behavior is in transition as the Omicron surge fades. As consumers return to public places, they are still buying food online, suggesting a possible more permanent shift to e-grocery.

Insight Report | February 21, 2022 Premium

January 2022 UK Retail Sales: Shop Prices Rise at Fastest Pace for 30 Years; Online Sales Slump

Our monthly report on UK retail sales indicates that, although online sales declined, total sales grew in January 2022 as the Omicron variant receded. Two-year sales growth accelerated strongly from December.

Deep Dive | February 18, 2022 Premium

Head-to-Head in Discount Grocery Retail: Aldi vs. Lidl

As part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare Aldi and Lidl, two major players in discount grocery retail. We provide insights into the two companies’ business strategies, brand usage, growth strategies, and e-commerce initiatives.

Event Coverage | February 18, 2022 Premium

Brand Bharat Summit: Understanding Growth Opportunities in India’s Lower-Tier Markets

We present insights from the Brand Bharat Summit—a virtual event focusing on lower-tier cities and villages in India—held on January 27, 2022.

Store Tracker | February 18, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 7: US Openings Up 5% Year over Year

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Cub Foods, Primark and Sprouts Farmers Market in the US, and Castore, Fultons Foods and Sports Direct in the UK.

Deep Dive | February 17, 2022 Premium

IPOs in US and UK Retail: Online Retailers Maintain Strong Growth Momentum

The UK and the US saw a significant rise in retail IPOs (initial public offerings) in 2021. We explore recent aftermarket performance, detail upcoming IPOs and discuss the factors driving growth momentum in this area.

Insight Report | February 17, 2022 Premium

Instacart’s Next Growth Steps: IPO, Acquisitions, Rapid Delivery and More

Instacart is reportedly preparing for an IPO (initial public offering) in 2022. We examine the grocery delivery provider’s actions to diversify its service offerings beyond logistics, covering recent acquisitions and initiatives in fulfillment as a service and rapid delivery.

Deep Dive | February 15, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Return to Public Places

As the Omicron variant recedes in the US, consumers are returning to public places. We track the specific activities they are doing as well as what they are buying both online and in-store.

Insight Report | February 14, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming Latest, February 2022: Collaborations Invigorate the Live Shopping Experience

As part of our Livestreaming Latest series, we present recent partnerships and three notable trends in the global livestreaming space—which include a focus on Chinese New Year spending. We offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally.

Deep Dive | February 14, 2022 Premium

US Denim Market: An Inflection Point for Jeans as Skinny’s Dominance Fades

The US denim market bounced back in 2021 from a double-digit decline in 2020 and we expect to see further growth in 2022. We discuss growth estimates as well as the market’s competitive landscape, major drivers and key trends.

Store Tracker | February 11, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 6: US Openings Up 6% as Aldi Announces Store Expansion Plan

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Aldi, Charming Charlie and Scotch & Soda in the US, and Game, Hamleys and Sports Direct in the UK.