Analyst Corner | November 30, 2018 Register for Free Access WEINSWIG’S WEEKLY NOVEMBER 30, 2018This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses what we have learned from visiting and analyzing Amazon’s physical stores. Read More
Analyst Corner | January 26, 2018 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly JAN 26, 2018This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses grocery chain Lidl’s changes in store formats and the outlook for grocery discounters in the US market. Read More
Company Earnings Update | October 11, 2017 Register for Free Access Takeaways from Walmart’s 2017 Investment Community Meeting: Moving with SpeedThe FGRT team attended Walmart’s 2017 Investment Community Meeting, held near the company’s headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, this week. Selected takeaways from the meeting include: Read More
Deep Dive | November 23, 2016 Premium Online Grocery Series: France – Where Click-and-Drive Is KingThe French online grocery sector is one of the most advanced in the world: e-commerce’s share of grocery sales in France is the highest in Europe after the UK. Read More
Deep Dive | August 22, 2016 Premium Introduction to Deep Learning and Neural NetworksDeep learning and neural networks are techniques used in computer science to analyze data. They are especially useful in pattern and image recognition. Read More
Insight Report | July 27, 2016 Premium The Pokémon Go Invasion Is UnstoppableWith a peak of 26 million active players, Pokémon Go is the most successful mobile game ever in the US, surpassing even Candy Crush Saga at its peak of popularity. Retailers are seeing the additional foot traffic the game has generated as a mixed blessing, as not all players are buying in stores. Read More
Insight Report | July 26, 2016 Premium Is Pokémon Go a Stealth Fitness App?Although Pokémon was originally a video game for kids, the latest incarnation—Pokémon Go—has amassed an adult audience as well and generated an unmistakable response among fitness enthusiasts. Read More
Insight Report | July 15, 2016 Premium The Convergence of Science, Medicine and Beauty 2016The boundaries between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals are blurring. Cosmeceuticals are the manifestation of a convergence of science, medicine and beauty. Read More
Insight Report | June 1, 2016 Premium June 2016 US Same-Store SalesThe earlier Easter weighed on results for some retailers in March. L Brands noted that it had a one-point negative impact, while Zumiez and Fred’s also called out an impact from the calendar shift of the holiday. Read More
Deep Dive | April 19, 2016 Premium Blockchain Technology: The world’s Game changer?Blockchain technology is in its infancy, but could have a profound effect on business & financial transactions worldwide. And every day, more potential uses are imagined and developed. Read More
Flash Report | March 23, 2016 Register for Free Access Nordstrom (JWN) Names Private Tech-Company CEO Kumar Srinivasan as Chief Technology OfficerToday, Nordstrom announced that Kumar Srinivasan joined the company as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Read More
Deep Dive | March 15, 2016 Premium RFID: Has Its Time Finally Come for Retail?The global RFID market—for tags, interrogators, systems, services, networking and software—is estimated to hit approximately $13.9 billion this year and to grow at a 17.0% CAGR through 2018, according to IDTechEx. Read More
Company Earnings Update | February 18, 2016 Register for Free Access Nordstrom (JWN) 4Q15 Results: Soft Outlook Based on Current Sales TrendsNordstrom reported 4Q15 EPS of $1.17, excluding items, versus the consensus estimate of $1.22. Read More
Deep Dive | December 28, 2015 Premium Retail Loyalty Programs: A Global ViewMany retailers offer loyalty programs to attract new customers and satisfy loyal ones. With rewards ranging from coupon offers to regular savings to exclusive, personalized experiences, loyalty programs provide perks and value to members. Read More
Insight Report | November 19, 2015 Premium October 2015 UK Retail Sales & E-Commerce BriefingFollowing an unexpectedly strong September, total retail growth in the UK returned to its weakening trend in October Read More
