Insight Report | September 14, 2023 Premium August 2023 US Retail Sales: Consistent Consumer Spending Drives Moderate Sales GrowthIn August 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.2% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Event Coverage | September 8, 2023 Premium Google Cloud Next 2023: Opening Keynote—Generative AI in the SpotlightWe present key insights from the opening keynote of the Google Cloud Next 2023 event, which focused on new, AI (artificial intelligence)-related product developments—including for machine-learning platform Vertex AI and generative AI Workspace tool Duet AI—as well as cybersecurity features. Read More
Deep Dive | September 1, 2023 Premium US, UK, EU & China Quarterly Economic Update, 2Q23: Consumer Spending Growth Weakens in Many Countries Despite Easing InflationThe Quarterly Economic Update discusses macroeconomic indicators—GDP, consumer spending and inflation—from the US, the UK, the EU (European Union) and China. We look at recently released data for the second quarter of 2023, which show slowing consumer spending growth in the US, France and Germany. Read More
Insight Report | September 1, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: Nvidia at SIGGRAPH, the Rise of Google Cloud, US Consumer Concern on the Future Impacts of AIContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering Nvidia’s new solutions (announced at SIGGRAPH 2023), the rise of Google as a preferred cloud provider, and US consumer concern around the future impacts of generative AI. Read More
Deep Dive | August 22, 2023 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Web3 for RetailHow can retailers tap the benefits of Web3? We present selected technology providers globally that are offering Web3 solutions for retail, in the areas of infrastructure, payments, security, supply chain and more. Read More
Insight Report | August 21, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: Amazon’s Initiatives, the Home Sector’s Entry and the Launch of Hypermodal AIContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering Amazon’s initiatives (announced at AWS Summit 2023), the foray of the home sector into the generative AI space, and Dyntatrace’s launch of hypermodal AI. Read More
Deep Dive | August 17, 2023 Premium Think Tank: Generative AI Explained—Understanding Its Power and Fundamental TechnologiesIn this Think Tank, we provide a reference guide for businesses to understand generative AI (artificial intelligence) and its foundational AI technologies. We discuss retail use cases of generative AI as well as challenges and strategies for AI technology implementation. We explore the technological prerequisites that have paved the way to the advanced AI and generative AI we see today. Read More
Insight Report | August 15, 2023 Premium July 2023 US Retail Sales: Resilient Consumers and Nonstore Retailers Fuel Retail Sales GrowthIn July 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.7% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Deep Dive | August 10, 2023 Premium 3Q23 US Livestreaming Tracker: Target Provides Competition for Walmart, Opportunities for Home and BeautyTarget poses a threat to Walmart in the livestreaming space. Continuing our quarterly US Livestreaming Tracker series, we analyze our latest US consumer survey findings to explore the role of livestreaming in the shopping journey—covering popular platforms, product categories and more. Read More
Insight Report | August 1, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: US Companies Commit to Responsible Use, Consumers See Potential for New ApplicationsContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering expanded use cases, new regulations and commitments for responsible use in the US and China, and Meta’s continuous investment in AI. Read More
Event Coverage | July 31, 2023 Premium AWS Summit, New York, 2023: Amazon Introduces Generative AI InnovationsWe present highlights from the AWS Summit 2023, hosted by Amazon in New York. We discuss generative AI innovations and examples of the technology in use by Fox and Salesforce. Read More
Insight Report | July 26, 2023 Premium Amazon Prime Day 2023: Small Businesses and Livestreaming Underpin the ~$10 Billion Shopping FestivalWe explore the performance of Amazon’s Prime Day 2023, based on findings from a recent proprietary survey of US consumers and metrics released by Amazon. Read More
Insight Report | July 17, 2023 Premium Generative AI Latest: Content Indemnification, Security Concerns and Response from Chinese GiantsContinuing our new Generative AI Latest series, we present recent developments and notable trends in generative AI (artificial intelligence) globally—covering content indemnification, security concerns and announcements from Chinese tech giants. Read More
Insight Report | July 14, 2023 Premium Amazon Prime Day 2023 Insights: New Features and Innovations for the Shopping Festival Amid Competition and Other ChallengesWe present our observations of Amazon’s Prime Day 2023, held on July 11–12. We discuss Amazon’s foray into travel and healthcare, its supply chain management initiative, labor challenges and more. Read More
Insight Report | July 13, 2023 Premium Supply Chain Optimization with Web3: Unlocking the Potential of Intelligent RetailHow can Web3 provide more agility and resilience to drive efficiency and profitability in the retail supply chain under today’s evolving industry pressures? We discuss the supply chain challenges currently facing retailers and the benefits of Web3 in tackling them. We also present notable technology providers whose solutions can support companies in creating a connected, intelligent retail supply chain. Read More
