Insight Report | July 29, 2022 Premium July 2022 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and ChinaAnalyzing consumer demand in June 2022, sales returned to positive territory in China, while the UK and US saw nominal sales growth. We assess these trends and consider wage growth and food and fuel prices in these three markets. Read More
Insight Report | July 19, 2022 Premium June 2022 China Retail Sales: Total Sales Rebound; Almost All Sectors Report Positive GrowthWe review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in June 2022, year-over-year sales grew 3.9%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Insight Report | July 4, 2022 Premium 1Q22 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Discretionary Weakness Drives Inventory SurgeOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Tracker analyzes inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 1Q22 and assess how and why levels are changing. This quarter, overall inventory turnover rates decreased slightly year over year. Read More
Deep Dive | June 22, 2022 Premium 1Q22 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Consumers Under Pressure—But High-End Proves ResilientWe analyze the first quarter of 2022 performance of select, mostly US-based retailers, brands, and e-commerce platforms in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Insight Report | June 20, 2022 Premium May 2022 China Retail Sales: Decline in Retail Sales Softens as Lockdowns EaseWe review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in May 2022, year-over-year sales declined by 5.0%. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Insight Report | June 7, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 6: Capri Holdings, Lululemon and RH Post Solid Results; Big Lots’ Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 29, 2022, namely Big Lots, Capri Holdings, Lululemon, PVH Corp. and RH. Read More
Insight Report | May 31, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 5: Guess, Macy’s, Ralph Lauren and Urban Outfitters Post Strong Results; Burlington, Gap and Ross Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 29, 2022, namely Alibaba, American Eagle Outfitters, Best Buy and Dollar General, among others. Read More
Insight Report | May 25, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 4: Target and Walmart Sound Alarm Bells over Discretionary Demand; Kohl’s and Lowe’s See Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 22, 2022, namely Bath & Body Works, BJ’s, Deckers Outdoor and The Home Depot, among others. Read More
Insight Report | May 20, 2022 Premium April 2022 China Retail Sales: Sales Slump Amid Extended LockdownsWe review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in April 2022, year-over-year sales declined by 9.7%, slowing to the lowest point since March 2020. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Insight Report | May 17, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 3: Coty, Tapestry and Weis Post Strong Results; Qurate’s Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 15, 2022, namely Coty, Qurate Retail, Tapestry and Under Armour, among others. Read More
Insight Report | May 11, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 2: Crocs, Estée Lauder, Floor & Decor and Gildan Post Strong ResultsOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 8, 2022, namely Carter’s, the Clorox Company, CVS Health and Estée Lauder, among others. Read More
Insight Report | May 3, 2022 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q22, Week 1: Albertsons, Columbia Sportswear and Kimberly-Clark Raise Guidance; Amazon First-Party Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers as they report first-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from companies that reported in the week ended May 1, 2022, namely Albertsons, Amazon, Columbia Sportswear and Kimberly-Clark. Read More
Insight Report | April 20, 2022 Premium March 2022 China Retail Sales: Lockdowns Prompt First Sales Declines in 20 MonthsWe review the latest data for retail sales in China showing that in March 2022 year-over-year sales declined while online sales accelerated. Our report analyzes retail sales in total and by sector. Read More
Insight Report | April 5, 2022 Premium 4Q21 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Inventory Turnover Rates Improve in the Holiday Quarter Despite Supply Chain DisruptionsOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Tracker analyzes inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 4Q21 and assess how and why levels are changing. This quarter, overall inventory turnover rates increased year over year as well as on a two-year basis for many retailers. Read More
Deep Dive | March 28, 2022 Premium 4Q21 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Strong Growth Continues for Most Brands and RetailersWe analyze the fourth quarter of 2021 performance of select, mostly US-based retailers, brands, and e-commerce platforms in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
