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Market Navigators/Market Outlook | February 9, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: US Grocery Retailers—Channel Stickiness To Persist

In 2022, US grocery retailers must equip themselves for the strategic challenges ahead as on-premise consumption regains its full strength, and look to capitalize on persistent pandemic-induced behaviors. We examine the size and trajectory of the US grocery market and key factors impacting growth. We also cover the performance and outlook for online grocery, as well as the market’s competitive landscape, retail innovators and themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond.

Deep Dive | February 8, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Renewed Shifts in Consumer Activities and Spending

Consumers’ choice of channel is shifting across various categories, as the US Omicron wave appears to be peaking. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail.

Store Tracker | February 4, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 5: Store Expansion Plans Takes US Openings Past 2,000

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Academy Sports and Outdoors, Gucci, and Sears Hometown in the US, and Harrods, Kurt Geiger and Tesco in the UK.

Deep Dive | February 2, 2022 Free Report

Headless Commerce: Part 2—Addressing Profitability Issues for Mid-Size E-Commerce Players

Mid-size retailers must take steps to maximize profitability in their e-commerce business. Leveraging proprietary US survey data, we explore the levers of profitability in e-commerce, why brands and retailers should capitalize on artificial intelligence, machine learning and predictive analytics, and how CaaS (commerce-as-a-service) can help improve profitability. This free report is sponsored by Nogin.

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.

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.

Insight Report | January 28, 2022 Premium

Freshippo in China: Redefining Grocery Retail with Innovation

Alibaba-owned grocery chain Freshippo has expanded rapidly since its launch in China in 2016. In this report, we examine the strategies and innovations underpinning its success, including its omnichannel approach, deep supply chain integration and use of artificial intelligence technologies.

Store Tracker | January 28, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 4: US Closures Down 65% 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 Barnes & Noble, Buc-ee’s and Earth Fare in the US and Boots Opticians, CEF and Sweaty Betty in the UK.

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 24, 2022 Databank Members

US Consumer Tracker: Omicron Avoidance Begins To Ease

In this week’s US Consumer Tracker, we present consumer habits that suggest avoidance of public places in the face of Omicron is beginning to ease.

Insight Report | January 24, 2022 Premium

Holiday 2021: UK Retail Wrap-Up—Reviewing Patterns of Recovery in Trading Updates and Retail Sales

We review UK holiday retail performance, through major retailers’ trading updates and recently published retail sales data.

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.

Store Tracker | January 21, 2022 Databank Members

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2022, Week 3: US Closures Down 55% 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 Arula, Barnes & Noble and Smart & Final in the US and Clintons, Geek Retreat and Monsoon Accessorize in the UK.

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.