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Event Coverage | May 3, 2023 Free Report

Shoptalk Europe 2023 Startup Pitch Competition: Preview—10 Innovators, Three Areas of Retail Disruption

We preview the Shoptalk Europe 2023 Startup Pitch competition, presenting the 10 participating technology innovators, which span three areas of retail disruption: marketing and new business models; new ways to engage consumers; and optimizing operations and sustainability. Coresight Research is a research partner of Shoptalk Europe 2023.

Insight Report | April 28, 2023 Premium

Innovator Profile: Rentle Onboards Retailers to the Rental Market

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Shoptalk Europe 2023, we present Rentle, a circular-commerce software platform that supports retailers entering the rental market.

Insight Report | April 6, 2023 Premium

Insights Video: Shoptalk 2023 Highlights

In this Insights Video, our analysts present highlights from Shoptalk 2023, covering Web3, emerging channels, store experience, shopper engagement and more.

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Premium

Digitally Native Vertical Brands in the US Beauty Market: Unique Brand Positioning and Expanded Partnerships Fuel Growth

We discuss the growth and competitive landscape of DNVBs (digitally native vertical brands) in the US beauty market—including trends that brands are leveraging to better serve this market and capitalize on its opportunities.

Deep Dive | February 20, 2023 Premium

Market Outlook: India E-Commerce—Online Adoption Expands to the Hinterlands

The e-commerce sector in India is expanding due to growing rapidly. In this Market Outlook, we discuss the size and trajectory of India’s online retail market and factors and themes we are watching in 2023 and beyond.

Deep Dive | February 7, 2023 Premium

Market Outlook: UK Department Stores—Slimmed Down and Shaping Up

We analyze how UK department stores are adapting to reach modern consumers. We analyze the size and growth prospects of the market and detail the competitive landscape and key themes we are watching.

Event Coverage | January 18, 2023 Free Report

Day Three at NRF 2023: Retail’s Big Show—Quick Wins Are Key for 2023 Across Forecasting, Personalization and NFTs

We present insights from the third and final day of NRF 2023: Retail’s Big Show, with highlights covering personalization in beauty retail, demand forecasting, virtual try-on technologies, data analytics and more.

Insight Report | January 5, 2023 Premium

China’s Quick Commerce Market: Competitive Landscape and Emerging Trends Point to Growth

We examine the landscape of China’s quick commerce market, analyzing its emerging trends, drawing from a recent report from Meituan Instashopping, a large Chinese quick commerce company.

Deep Dive | December 21, 2022 Premium

US Fashion Resale Market: E-Commerce and Luxury Capture Greater Share

We analyze the growth trajectory of the US fashion resale market, driven by factors such as consumers’ growing sustainability awareness, sneaker hype and inflation. We also explore key themes in the market and discuss industry players’ profitability.

Insight Report | December 19, 2022 Premium

Mixed-Use Real Estate—London’s Battersea Power Station Renewed with Retail Relevance

Members of the Coresight Research team visited Battersea Power Station, a historic, decommissioned power station that recently reopened as a mixed-use center. We review the amenities available at Battersea Power Station and the destination’s retail potential.

Deep Dive | November 29, 2022 Premium

Livestreaming in Western Markets: A Primer

Our new Livestreaming in the West report series delves into key trends in livestreaming e-commerce across four key retail verticals: apparel, beauty, CPG and home/electronics. As a primer to our new series, we discuss the current state of livestream shopping in the West, leveraging data from recent Coresight Research surveys of consumers and retail companies.

Deep Dive | November 23, 2022 Premium

Retail Innovators: Sustainability and Tech Enablers in the Luxury Ecosystem

As part of our Retail Innovators series, we present five companies that are disrupting the global luxury market, as well as their tailwinds, headwinds and impact on traditional market players.

Deep Dive | November 22, 2022 Premium

100 Retail Companies, 10 Years: Analyzing Financial Performance and Winning Strategies

Our analysis of 100 retail companies covers their 10-year financial performance as well as winning strategies to emulate high-performing companies. We analyze sales growth, margins, free cash flow, return on capital and debt levels for small, medium and large companies.

Insight Report | November 21, 2022 Premium

Metaverse Latest: NFT Loyalty Programs Offer New Opportunities for Brands and Retailers

As part of our Metaverse Latest series, we present recent developments in the metaverse space—covering virtual worlds and platforms; brands and retailers; technology and access; and NFT (non-fungible token) collection drops. We also discuss a key trend we are watching: NFT loyalty programs.

Market Outlook | November 11, 2022 Premium

Market Outlook: China Apparel and Footwear—Domestic Brands Gain Shares in a Slowing Retail Environment

In this Market Outlook, we discuss the growth trajectory of China’s apparel and footwear market in a pandemic-impacted retail environment and explore the competitive landscape and key trends that are driving demand.