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
Insight Report | October 8, 2015 Premium October 2015 US Same-Store SalesThe four-week October period had 28 selling days both this year and last year. Read More
Deep Dive | September 22, 2015 Premium Global Chinese Shoppers – The $200 Billion OpportunityChinese tourists are now the biggest global spenders and the momentum will continue, reflecting the expanding Chinese middle class and a growing base of passport holders. Read More
Insight Report | September 4, 2015 Premium August 2015 US Same-Store SalesThe four-week August period had 28 selling days both this year and last year. Read More
Insight Report | August 11, 2015 Premium July 2015 US Same-Store SalesThe five-week July period had 28 selling days both this year and last year. Read More
Insight Report | June 11, 2015 Premium May 2015 US Same-Store SalesThe four-week May period had 27 selling days this year and last year, reflecting Memorial Day in the US and Victoria Day in Canada. Read More
Insight Report | April 10, 2015 Premium March 2015 US Same-Store SalesMost retailers’ March comparable sales benefited from an early Easter but April sales might likely to be hurt Read More
Deep Dive | November 24, 2014 Premium Gamification in RetailGamification is the use of elements from computer and video games in real-world or other activities, particularly elements that people find to be fun or addictive. Read More