Insight ReportShein: How Is the Chinese Brand Conquering the US Fast-Fashion Market? Coresight Research July 27, 2021 Reasons to ReadChina-based online clothing brand Shein has taken the US fast-fashion market by storm. We explore how Shein has found success, reviewing its business model and marketing strategies. We compare Shein’s operating model with the direct-to-consumer (DTC) ultra-fast-fashion companies ASOS and Boohoo Group, which are part of the Coresight 100 (our focus list of retailers, brand owners and real estate firms, spanning the US, Europe and Asia). Contents (Click to navigate) What’s the Story? Why It Matters Shein: In Detail History and Overview Business Model Is Shein Ethical and Sustainable? Recent Key Developments What We Think Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 26: Kroger To Close 60 StoresHoliday 2025: US Consumer Survey and Retail Outlook—From Social to Smart: AI Becomes the New Driver of Holiday Discovery and ValueWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 19: Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy—AgainHoliday Shopping Starts in the Summer: Tariffs Trigger Ultra-Early Holiday Shopping in 2025—Data Graphic
Three Things You Need To Know: 10 Trends in Global Apparel and Footwear Retail Coresight Research July 27, 2021 Our Three Things You Need To Know series provides free snapshots of Coresight Research data and findings. Subscribers can access the full research behind this graphic here. To find out how to subscribe, click here. After so much disruption in 2020 amid the pandemic, 2021 is proving to be a year of change and recovery for apparel brands and retailers. We present 10 trends that are impacting global apparel and footwear retail and identify strategies for apparel brands and retailers to best capitalize on momentum in each area in 2021 and beyond. Click the image below to read about our 10 trends in detail. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:US Department Stores—Real Estate Insights: The Strategic Real Estate Reset from Flagships to FootprintUS Store Openings and Closures Midyear 2025 Review and Outlook: Where Does Retail Real Estate Stand in a Year of Disruption?US Retail—Real Estate Insights: Embracing Small Store Formats, Immersive Experiences and Emerging TechnologiesGroceryshop 2025 Wrap-Up: Reinventing Grocery for an AI-Driven, Health-Focused and Value-Conscious Era
Insight ReportJune 2021 UK Retail Sales: Year-over-Year Growth of 9% Ahead of Complete End to Restrictions Coresight Research July 26, 2021 Reasons to ReadIn June 2021, UK retail sales growth slowed, and remained flat on a two-year basis as pandemic restrictions are discontinued. We review monthly data for UK retail in total and by sector, covering the following: The trend in total value and volume retail sales growth over the last 13 months Value sales growth for 20 sectors across food and nonfood retail, for each of the latest three months Two-year growth rates, in total and by sector Growth in online retail sales, by major sector A Covid-19 lockdown timeline Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators, focusing on the US, the UK and China. Click here to view our full collection of monthly reports. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Home and Home-Improvement Shopping in Focus; Financial Sentiment Turns Negative: US Consumer Survey InsightsSeasonal Shopping, 4Q25—Early Spending Momentum Sets the Tone for the Holiday Season: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 33: US Consumers’ Tariff PerceptionsEconomic Sentiment Climbs; Walmart Overtakes Lowe’s in Home-Improvement Sector: US Consumer Survey Insights
Deep Dive10 Trends in Global Apparel and Footwear Retail Coresight Research July 26, 2021 Reasons to ReadAfter so much disruption in 2020 amid the pandemic, 2021 is proving to be a year of change and recovery for apparel brands and retailers. We present 10 trends that are impacting global apparel and footwear retail and identify strategies for apparel brands and retailers to best capitalize on momentum in each area in 2021 and beyond. Our trend coverage ranges from preeminent multiyear trends, such as sustainability, to more nascent trends in areas including store opening strategies and consumer engagement. Click here for more Coresight Research coverage of apparel and footwear retail. Contents (Click to navigate) What’s the Story? Why It Matters 10 Trends in Global Apparel Retail: A Deep Dive What We Think Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:US Consumer and Retail Outlook—Holiday 2025 and Beyond: Premium Subscriber Call, September 2025Shoptalk Spring 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: Event Format and CompetitorsHighlights from NextGen 2025: Retail, Real Estate & the New Consumer—InfographicTaking the Temperature on Tariffs Ahead of August 1: How Are Different Consumer Groups Reacting? US Consumer Survey Insights Extra
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Buywith Enables Live “Shop with Me” User Experience Coresight Research July 26, 2021 Reasons to ReadThis report forms part of our Innovator Profile series, which focuses on emerging technologies that are disrupting traditional retail and fueling innovation across the retail value chain. In this free report, we profile Buywith, a startup offering a live shopping solution for brands, retailers and content creators to host live virtual shopping events with minimal onboarding. Coresight Research collaborated with Buywith to offer insights into the company’s business model and offerings. Click here to read all reports in our Innovator Profile series. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. Contents (Click to navigate) What’s the Story? Why It Matters Buywith: In Detail What Problem Is the Company Solving? Competitive Advantage Strategy for the Post-Pandemic Market Upcoming Developments What We Think Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Shoptalk Spring 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: Event Format and CompetitorsEconomic Sentiment Shows First Uptick in Eight Weeks; Plus, Drugstore and Pharmacy Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsRetail 2025: India Retail Predictions—Midyear Trends UpdateConsumer Sentiment Peaks Ahead of Singles’ Day—Then Stabilizes: China Consumer Survey Insights
Analyst CornerWeinswig’s Weekly: Brands from Gucci to Toyota Are Embracing the Fast-Growing Esports Community To Broaden Their Reach Coresight Research July 25, 2021 Reasons to ReadIn each report in the Weinswig’s Weekly series, Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig reflects on a topical theme in retail. This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses how brands from different retail sectors are embracing the fast-growing esports community. Each report also includes recent retail and technology headlines from Asia, Europe and the US. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Research Preview: Agentic Commerce—Retail Moves to Product Visibility and Checkout on ChatGPTNextGen 2025 Highlights: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, July 2025High-Income Consumers Drive Uptick in Financial Optimism; Inflation Awareness Down Versus Early 2025: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 6: Bargain Hunt and Liberated Brands To Close About 200 Stores
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 29: US Store Openings Up 45% Year over Year Coresight Research July 23, 2021 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. We cover: A week-by-week comparison of store openings and closures in the US and UK year to date in 2021 What is happening in retail in the US and UK this week Year-to-date 2021 major US and UK store openings and closures This week, there are highlights from Ashley HomeStore, Foxtrot Market and Vera Bradley in the US and Geek Retreat, HMV and The Range in the UK. We also discuss quarterly store opening and closure settlements following the release of quarterly company filings this week from Sleep Number and Tractor Supply Company. Click here to view our full collection of Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports. Complementing our weekly report, the Coresight Research US Store Tracker Databank offers our premium subscribers access to openings and closures data from 2012 to 2021 year to date, filterable by sector and year. Click here to view. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:US Retail and Logistics Holiday Hiring Hits Lowest Level in Over a Decade—Data GraphicWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 11: US Store Openings Gain Momentum—Updates from BJ’s, Dick’s, Macy’s and MoreRolling Metric Picks Up After Last Week’s Dip: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 29, 2025—InfographicThe Impacts of US Tariffs: Assessing Companies’ International Sourcing Exposure by Country
Insight ReportL Brands Investor Day 2021: Bath & Body Works Outlines Expansion Plan, Victoria’s Secret Details Comeback Strategy Coresight Research July 23, 2021 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research team attended the virtual L Brands Investor Day for Bath & Body Works (BBW) and Victoria’s Secret & Co. on July 19, 2021, ahead of the planned August 2021 separation. We present our key insights in this report, outlining BBW’s expansion plans and Victoria’s Secret’s comeback strategy. Click here to read more coverage of L Brands. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 20: Bob’s Discount Furniture Announces Store-Expansion PlanWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 26: River Island To Close 30+ StoresThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 3: Retailer FocusUS CPG Sales Tracker: Beauty and Food Drive E-Commerce Growth; Discretionary Categories Rebound
Deep DiveRetailTech: CRM Software—It’s All About the Customer Coresight Research July 22, 2021 Reasons to ReadCRM (customer relationship management) software is a powerful fundamental technology that enables retailers and other enterprises to automate and manage the entire sales and customer-support process. In this report, we explore CRM software in retail, including its benefits and functions as well as recent developments in the CRM space and key providers of the technology. This report is part of Coresight Research’s RetailTech series. Click here to read more Coresight Research reports on technology in retail. Contents (Click to navigate) What’s the Story? Why It Matters CRM Software: A Deep Dive Benefits for Retailers Functions of CRM Software CRM Market Size and Competitive Landscape CRM: A Background What We Think Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:China’s 6.18 Shopping Festival 2025: Promotion Rules Simplified, Extended Festival Duration and Governmental StrategiesWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 21: US Store Closure Cross 5,000 as Rite Aid Begins Closing StoresThe STORE Framework for Driving Innovation in RetailRetail 2025: China Retail Predictions—Midyear Trends Update
Deep DiveHow US Consumers Are Shopping for Groceries: Analyzing Traffic, Ticket, E-Commerce and Inflation in CPG Coresight Research July 22, 2021 Reasons to ReadThe CPG and grocery sector showed exceptional strength and has remained one of the strongest performing retail segments throughout the pandemic. Using data from IRI resources, we discuss regional CPG sales growth and the following three key ongoing trends in the US CPG market: Basket size and trip frequency Sales channel Price per unit Click here for all of Coresight Research’s US CPG Sales Tracker reports. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 19: Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy—AgainAnalyst Corner: Chinese Consumers Still Embrace International Brands—If Those Brands Deliver: Three Key Findings from a New Study, with John HarmonStore Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook—InfographicMay 2025 US Retail Sales: Core Sales Growth Proves Solid Despite Pull-Forward of Purchases
Free Data GraphicCoresight Bites: The Boom of the US Sleep Economy Coresight Research July 21, 2021 Coresight Bites provide free snapshots of Coresight Research data and findings. Subscribers can access the full research here. To find out how to subscribe, click here. As concerns related to physical and mental health grow, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of their sleep quality and encompassing sleep health within the wellness movement, benefiting a wide range of products that aid sleep. The sleep economy is emerging as a multibillion-dollar pillar of the US wellness market. Click the image below to read more. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Sentiment Holds Steady As August Tariffs Deadline Looms: China Consumer Survey InsightsHow Will Tariffs Impact China’s Singles’ Day 2025? Six Months To Go—What Brands and Retailers Need to KnowEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 1: Levi Strauss, P&G, Walgreens and Others Post Sales Growth, While Burberry and Kimberly-Clark Report DeclinesHigh Earners Drive Economic Sentiment Higher: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 35, 2025—Infographic
Deep DiveAmazon Apparel Consumer Survey 2021: Amazon Outperforms in a Tough Year for US Clothing and Footwear Coresight Research July 21, 2021 Reasons to ReadLeveraging proprietary findings from our fourth annual Amazon apparel survey report, Coresight Research explores how well Amazon has weathered the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the apparel sector. We present key insights around the following topics: What proportion of US consumers are buying apparel on Amazon.com Changes in apparel spending on Amazon.com compared to one year ago Which, if any, retailers Amazon’s clothing and footwear shoppers have switched their spending from What clothing and footwear brands and categories consumers are buying on Amazon Why consumers choose to buy clothing and footwear on Amazon.com Amazon shoppers’ attitudes toward Amazon Fashion and its offerings Amazon Prime membership trends Click here to read the findings from the Amazon Apparel Consumer Survey 2020. For more on Amazon, see Coresight Research’s Amazon Databank, which brings together a range of proprietary data on the e-commerce company, with a focus on its US operations. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Analyst Corner: Why India Retail is Primed for a Blockbuster Festive-Sale Season, with Manik BhatiaFlipkart Big Billion Days 2025: Sales-Tax Cuts To Drive Strong Consumer DemandEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 3: Gucci Sales Slump 21%, Plus Updates from Ahold, Amazon, Coty and MoreGroceryshop 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Innovator Profiles
Insight ReportJune 2021 US Retail Sales: Total Sales Up 24% on a Two-Year Basis Even as Spending Shifts to Services Coresight Research July 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadUsing data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in June 2021. This report covers the following: US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year and two-year growth US total retail sales including gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year change US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—month-over-month change Retail sales growth by sector, including two-year growth Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators, focusing on the US, the UK and China. Click here to view our full collection of monthly reports. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 42: Store Closures Exceed 1,000Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 31: Greggs Opens More than 60% of Its Announced Store OpeningsUS Grocery Retailing—Themes, Concepts and Innovators: Opportunities Ahead Amid Increased Market ConcentrationAnalyst Corner: Agentic AI—The New Wave of AI Opportunity, with Charlie Poon
Free Data GraphicThree Things You Need To Know: June 2021 China Retail Sales Coresight Research July 20, 2021 Our Three Things You Need To Know series provides free snapshots of Coresight Research data and findings. Subscribers can access the full research behind this graphic here. To find out how to subscribe, click here. Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators, focusing on the US, the UK and China. Click here to view our full collection of monthly reports. Click the image to read more about the topic. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 31: Greggs Opens More than 60% of Its Announced Store OpeningsHead-to-Head in Global Discount Grocery Retailing: Aldi vs. LidlRetail 2025: 10 Trends Shaping the Retail Media MarketHot Tech Trends and Cool Products Unveiled: CES 2025 Pre-Conference Insights
Insight ReportRetail Robustness Index: July 2021 Update—Slight Gains Amid Volatility from Management Changes Coresight Research July 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research’s Retail Robustness Index evaluates the 100 largest US retailers (by revenue) on their ability to weather dramatic shifts in demand amid the Covid-19 pandemic. This report updates the scores based on financial reports and store- and management-related announcements. We rank the companies according to four metrics: financial health, sales capacity, product mix and management tenure. The appendix details our methodology of calculating index scores. Alongside the report, our infographic summarizes key changes since the Retail Robustness Index: April 2021 Update. Click here to view more Coresight Research coverage of the impact of Covid-19 on retail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Rolling Metric Picks Up After Last Week’s Dip: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 29, 2025—InfographicFinancial Confidence Stabilizes: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 42, 2025—Data GraphicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 23: Aldi and Topshop To Open StoresEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 7: Costco, Inditex and Puma Lead with Solid Fourth-Quarter Growth
