Store Tracker | November 5, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 44: US Store Closures Down 37% Year over YearOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Barton’s Home Outlet, Chanel and Warby Parker in the US and Dunelm, Foot Locker and Luke 1977 in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | November 2, 2021 Premium Earnings Insights 3Q21, Week 1: Levi’s and VF Corp See Substantial Recovery; Online Momentum Falters at Amazon and eBayOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary at major US retailers as they report third-quarter 2021 earnings. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended October 31, 2021, including apparel brand owners Levi’s and VF Corporation and e-commerce players Amazon and eBay. Read More
Deep Dive | November 1, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Avoidance of Public Places At Lowest Point Since Early AugustUS consumers’ avoidance of public places has reached its lowest level in nearly three months—amid slowing Covid-19 infection levels and high vaccination rates. Our latest US Consumer Tracker charts shifts in consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Store Tracker | October 29, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 43: US Store Openings Up 59% Year over YearOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Allbirds, Coborn’s and Hermès in the US and Aldi, B&Q and Zara in the UK. Read More
Insight Report | October 25, 2021 Premium September 2021 UK Retail Sales: Year-over-Year Growth Slows to a HaltUK retail sales growth slowed for the fifth consecutive month, to flat growth, year over year. We review data for UK retail in total and by sector for September 2021, covering year-over-year and two-year growth trends. Read More
Deep Dive | October 25, 2021 Premium Exploring the US Consumer Products Rental MarketWe provide an overview of the US consumer products rental market, covering market players and growth drivers within five key segments. We also discuss three trends we are seeing in the market, plus potential headwinds. Read More
Deep Dive | October 25, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Rising Household Product Purchases as Consumers Prepare for HalloweenRising household product purchases indicate that US consumers are stocking up on essentials ahead of Halloween, Thanksgiving and holiday celebrations. Our latest US Consumer Tracker provides a detailed update on consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Store Tracker | October 22, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 42: US Store Closures Cross 5,000Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Fleet Feet, Miniso and Vuori in the US and Calvin Klein, JD Sports and New Look in the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | October 19, 2021 Free Report Where, What and How Will US Consumers Shop for Holiday 2021?The Coresight Research x January Digital 2021 US Holiday Insights Survey explores US consumers’ expectations to shop for the holidays. Trends uncovered will enable brands and retailers to generate data-driven marketing strategies to effectively gain share of wallet during this critical year-end opportunity. This free report is sponsored by strategic consulting and media firm January Digital. Read More
Deep Dive | October 19, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Inflation and Shortage Concerns Ahead of HolidayUS consumers are becoming more worried about rising inflation and product shortages as the holiday season begins. Our latest US Consumer Tracker provides a monthly temperature check of shoppers’ holiday expectations as well as a detailed update on consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Insight Report | October 19, 2021 Premium September 2021 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Declines Ease FurtherIn September 2021, total US nonfood store traffic declined by 19.0% on a two-year basis (as compared to August 2019), an improvement from August’s 23.9% two-year decline. We review weekly shopper traffic trends through the month, as well as traffic by retailer vertical, region and retailer location type. Read More
Insight Report | October 18, 2021 Premium September 2021 US Retail Sales: Two-Year Sales Growth Accelerates, Driven by Nonstore RetailersTotal US retail sales, excluding gasoline and automobiles, grew by a strong 25.8% when compared to 2019 values. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in September 2021. Read More
Store Tracker | October 15, 2021 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 41: US Store Closures Inch Closer to OpeningsOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, there are highlights from Clarks, Meijer and Whole Foods Market in the US and Bensons for Beds, Superdrug and Tommy Hilfiger in the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | October 11, 2021 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: In-Store Uptick for Apparel and BeautyRising in-store purchases offer new hope for brick-and-mortar retailers ahead of Holiday 2021. Our latest US Consumer Tracker analyzes shoppers’ in-store spending and provides a detailed update on US consumer behaviors, with a focus on the implications for retail. Read More
Insight Report | October 8, 2021 Premium Livestreaming Latest, October 2021: In-Store and Embedded Videos Are Gaining PopularityAs 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—namely, the rise of a new breed of livestream host, the streaming options for store-based retailers and the spread of livestream content onto product pages. We also offer examples of recent livestreaming events from retail companies globally. Read More
