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Retail 2020: 10 Trends for China E-Commerce

We expect 2020 to be a year full of innovation and expansion in China’s e-commerce market. Major players will adopt new initiatives and technologies and look to expand into lower-tier cities. We present 10 trends that will shape China’s e-commerce landscape in 2020 and the implications of these for brands.

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10 Trends Reshaping US CPG

The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry in the US is undergoing significant change, with consumer preferences shifting rapidly and retailers adapting in the face of heightened competition.

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Unstaffed Stores: The Future Retail Format?

“Unstaffed” is a new store format that has emerged in recent years around the globe. In this report, we look at the development of this concept and associated technologies, as well as the challenges that unstaffed stores present to retailers.

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Private Label To Drive Disruption in CPG

Private labels are a serious challenge for CPG brands, taking a considerable share of the market. Retailers have an advantage in capturing consumer insights to develop private label products. Compared to traditional brands, private labels carry lower cost for advertising, marketing and slotting fees.

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China National Day Golden Week 2019 Preview

To celebrate China’s National Day of China and encourage Chinese to travel and spend, China has a seven-day golden week holiday every year, from October 1 (National Day) to October 7. Chinese tourists travel heavily during golden week, which in turn boosts both domestic and global retail sales.

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