Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Newmine Disrupts the Returns Management Market Coresight Research January 22, 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 Newmine, a retail-tech innovator that is disrupting the returns management market. Newmine’s Chief Returns Officer is an AI-powered platform that gives retailers a holistic view of integrated returns-related data from across the enterprise; it prescribes corrective actions that retailers can take to reduce future returns and empowers teams in different departments to collaborate seamlessly. Coresight Research collaborated with Newmine to offer insights into the company’s business model and offerings. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. Content What’s the Story? Why It Matters Newmine: In Detail What We Think 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:Analyst Corner: US Consumer Sentiment Varies by Age and Income—Uncovering Demographic Trends, with Aditya KaushikConnected TV’s Opportunities and Growing Pains: 10 Insights from CTV Connect 2025Mixed Sentiment Trends Ahead of August 1 Tariffs; Plus, Luxury Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsConsumer Sentiment Continues to Improve; Plus, Online Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights
Event CoverageNRF 2021: Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig Discusses Offline Retail in 2021 with Placer.ai Coresight Research January 22, 2021 Reasons to ReadNRF 2021, the annual “Retail’s Big Show” event hosted by the National Retail Federation (NRF), is taking place virtually over six days between January 12 and 22. Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, hosted the “Offline Retail in 2021: A Data-Driven Look at the Trends That Will Define Retail Success in 2021” session with location data analytics startup Placer.ai. We present insights from the session. Read our insights from day one, day two, day three and day four of NRF 2021. Look out for our separate reports presenting key takeaways from the rest of the event. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. CONTENTS An Introduction to Placer.ai NRF 2021: Coresight Research and Placer.ai Discuss Offline Retail in 2021 Holiday Traffic Update Consumer Behavior: What Will Happen Once the Pandemic Subsides? The Future of Physical Retail Retailers Should Think More Strategically About 2021 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:Groceryshop 2025 Day Two: Unlocking Growth with AI, GLP-1 Shifts and Retail MediaRetail 2025: 10 Trends Shaping the Retail Media MarketAnalyst Corner: UK Retail Crime Soars—Visibly Reflected in Stores, with John MercerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 28: Watches of Switzerland Pulls Back on UK Store Estate
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 3: Citi Trends To Open 100 Stores by 2023 Coresight Research January 21, 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 Amazon, Barneys at Saks, Citi trends, Christopher & Banks, Conn’s HomePlus and Macy’s in the US and Arcadia Group and Edinburgh Woollen Mill Group in the UK. Click here to view our full collection of Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Trackers. Complementing our weekly report, the Coresight Research Retail Store 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:Lower-Income Consumers’ Economic and Financial Sentiment Improves: US Consumer Survey Insights2026 Sector Outlook: US Beauty Retailing—Fragrance, GLP-1 and Science-Led Innovation To Drive ExpansionHighlights from NextGen 2025: Retail, Real Estate & the New Consumer—InfographicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 14: Marks & Spencer Announces Store Openings Across Multiple Formats
Event PresentationWhat Do Data and AI Mean for Retail? Coresight Research January 21, 2021 Reasons to ReadDeborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research examines “What Do Data and AI Mean for Retail?” in a roundtable discussion. To access these insights and join future events, subscribe to Coresight Research. 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:Black Friday 2025: Key Insights from US Stores—Solid Shopper Demand, Some True Doorbusters and Greater Omnichannel Integration3Q24 US Retail Inventory Insights: Apparel, Off-Price and Warehouse Club Retailers Expand Inventories for the HolidaysLower-Income Sentiment Continues to Weaken; Plus, Off-Price and Dollar Stores in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 38: Global Names, Including LEGO, Monos and Uniqlo, Continue to Expand
Coresight Bites: Online Gains in the US Apparel and Footwear Market Coresight Research January 21, 2021 This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Analyst Corner: Evaluating Ulta Beauty’s Marketplace Launch as a Strategic Response, with Madhav PitaliyaFinancial Sentiment Falls to 14-Month Low Ahead of Reciprocal Tariffs, But Policy Measures Aim to Stabilize Economy: China Consumer Survey InsightsHoliday Bites: US Holiday Travelers Plan To Spend Less—Data GraphicHoliday 2025 Survey Insights: Government Shutdown Impacts One-Third of Holiday Shoppers
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Engagement Agents Optimizes Marketing Campaigns Coresight Research January 21, 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 Engagement Agents, a software platform provider that enables retailers to optimize the marketing that they pay for within store leases—thus helping retailers to drive traffic and sales in-store and online, and potentially save time and resources in the creation and implementation of marketing campaigns. Coresight Research collaborated with Engagement Agents to offer insights into the platform provider’s business models and offerings. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. Content What’s the Story? Why It Matters Engagement Agents: In Detail What We Think 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:Dollar Tree To Divest Family Dollar: Here’s What It Means—Consumer + Real Estate Data AnalysisThree Months to Singles’ Day 2025: Simplified Promotions, Government Support and Payment Ecosystem Convergence To Fuel GrowthNextGen 2025 Highlights: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, July 2025Deeper on DeepSeek and Its Potential to Radically Level the AI Playing Field
Insight ReportChina Retail Insights: The Digital Recommerce Market Takes Off Coresight Research January 21, 2021 Reasons to ReadChinese consumers are increasingly embracing pre-owned products, boosting the recommerce market. In this report, we present an overview of the online secondhand retail market, covering the major market players, current challenges and how brands and retailers can capitalize on the growing recommerce trend. Click here to read the previous report in our China Retail Insights series (formerly Insights from China), which explores how beauty brands can better reach Chinese male consumers through esports sponsorship and brand collaboration. Content Recommerce Market Gains Momentum in China Major Players Recommerce Platforms Attract Capital Funding Opportunities in China’s Secondhand Luxury Market Recommerce Platforms Face Challenges 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:Retail 2025: 10 Trends in Retail TechnologyEconomic Confidence Climbs; Financial Optimism Turns Positive: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 23, 2025—InfographicShoptalk Spring 2025: Day Two—Next-Generation Search and the Leading Edge of Storytelling, from Influencers to Lived ValuesConsumer Sentiment Peaks Ahead of Singles’ Day—Then Stabilizes: China Consumer Survey Insights
Event CoverageNRF 2021 Day Four: The Importance of Transparency in the Supply Chain; Optimizing the Online Shopping Experience Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadNRF 2021, the annual “Retail’s Big Show” event hosted by the National Retail Federation (NRF), is taking place virtually over six days between January 12 and 22. The Coresight Research team presents our 10 key insights from day four of the event, which focused on the importance of a strong supply chain in enabling better supplier-retailer communication and facilitating reliable last-mile delivery. The benefits of optimizing the online shopping experience by increasing personalization also emerged as a key theme. Read our insights from day one, day two, and day three of NRF 2021. Look out for our separate reports presenting key takeaways from the rest of the event. Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig also hosted a session on day four of NRF 2021 with location data analytics startup Placer.ai. Click here to read highlights from the session. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. CONTENTS NRF 2021 Day Four: 10 Key Insights Retailers and Malls Have the Opportunity To Be Strategic and Proactive in 2021 Blockchain-Backed Supply Chain Visibility Helps Tell Brand Stories Transparency Is Paramount in Successful Sustainability Efforts Strong Supply Chain Communication Can Save Time and Dollars Analytics-Driven Innovation Is Imperative The Focus of Consumer Engagement Has Shifted from Delighting to Streamlining Last-Mile Logistics Needs To Be a Retail Priority Stores and Malls Are Valuable, Underutilized Fulfillment Tools Pandemic Pivoting Was About More than Business Personalization Is a Differentiator, but Remains Underutilized Online 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:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 50: Watches of Switzerland Closes 10 StoresConsumer Sentiment Stabilizes Following Trade Talks and Rate Cut: US Consumer Survey InsightsThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 22: US Consumer Insights—Tariffs and InflationGroceryshop 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Innovator Profiles
Coresight Bites: US Retail Sales End 2020 on a Strong Note Coresight Research January 20, 2021 This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Earnings Insights 1Q25: Wrap-Up—Growth Outpaces Declines Across Most SectorsEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 6: Sales Decline for Kroger, Macy’s, Ross Stores and Other Retailers—InfographicBreathing Space for US Retailers and Brands: US Tariffs Paused for 90 Days But Hiked Further for ChinaRetail-Tech Landscape: Israel—January 2025 Update
Event CoverageCES 2021: Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig Talks with Alibaba and Dick’s Sporting Goods Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadCES 2021, an event held by the Consumer Technology Association, took place on January 11–14. During the “Retail Trends: New Shopper” conference session, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, delivered a presentation on six key trends in retail for 2021 and hosted fireside chats with leaders from Dick’s Sporting Goods and Alibaba Group. In this report, we present insights from the session. The Coresight Research team presented our takeaways from day one, day two and day three of the event in previous reports. Read our separate report, Alibaba in the Global Retail Market: Busting Five Myths, which analyzes some of the conceptions associated with online shopping in China through the lens of Alibaba Group. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. CONTENTS CES 2021: Weinswig Outlines Six Key Trends for Retail in 2021 Dick’s Sporting Goods Rapidly Adapts and Innovates Alibaba Group Dispels Common Myths About the Company 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:Taking the Temperature on Tariffs Ahead of August 1: How Are Different Consumer Groups Reacting? US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraThe CORE Framework for Artificial Intelligence in RetailThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 34: US Retail Sales OutlookNew Technologies to Drive Retailer-Supplier Collaboration: Insights Presented at NACDS Annual Meeting 2025
Insight ReportRetail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadThe recent surge in e-commerce growth amid Covid-19 has seen demand spike for warehousing space, fulfillment efficiency and storage capacity. This is driving the need for increased automation in the warehousing sector. This Retail-Tech Landscape comprises selected startups globally that can help retailers automate their warehouse operations. Solutions offered by these startups leverage autonomous robots, artificial intelligence and machine learning, among other technologies. Our landscape infographic summarizes the companies outlined in this report. To view more of our Retail-Tech Landscapes spotlighting innovators that are disrupting the retail industry, click here. CONTENTS Retail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation Key Trends in the Warehouse Automation Sector Retail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation—Infographic Retail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation, by Category Autonomous/Assisted Order Picking Inventory Tracking Material Handling Micro-Fulfillment Warehouse Management Systems 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 13: Kingfisher Announces Store Expansion Plans; Whole Foods Opens New London StoreHigh-Tech Retailing—Four Technologies That Retailers Can Use to Enchant Consumers: Insights from the Retail Track at CES 2025New Tariffs, New Challenges: How US Trade Policies Could Impact Prices and ProfitsInnovator Profile: Gain—Autonomous AI Employees for Smarter, Faster Procurement
Insight ReportAlibaba in the Global Retail Market: Busting Five Myths Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadWith Alibaba generating $945 billion in GMV through its China retail marketplaces in fiscal year 2020 and pioneering “New Retail,” understanding Alibaba is essential to any company looking to sell into China. In this report, we discuss the following five myths related to online retail in China: Alibaba is the Amazon of China Alibaba is only for big brands Alibaba is just an e-commerce company Singles’ Day is only about promotions Alibaba is only relevant in China Click here to read our 10 trends for China e-commerce in 2021. 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: Are You Ready for the Future of Physical Retail? Three Trends in US Retail Real Estate, with Anand KumarConsumer Sentiment Continues to Improve; Plus, Online Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 29: Openings by Daiso, LEGO and TargetUS Store Tracker Extra, November 2025: Burlington Stores Takes Total Opened Retail Space to 88 Million Square Feet
Three Things You Need To Know: US Consumer Tracker—Apparel Takes Biggest Post-Holiday Hit Coresight Research January 19, 2021 We present Three Things You Need To Know on US Consumer Tracker: Apparel Takes Biggest Post-Holiday Hit. Find the full report here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Economic Sentiment Turns Negative This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 37, 2025—InfographicHigher-Income Sentiment Declines; Holiday Shopping Lull Before a Promotional Surge: US Consumer Survey InsightsNextGen 2025 Highlights: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, July 2025Innovator Profile: RetailReady—Transforming Retail Compliance with AI and Computer Vision
Deep DiveInnovator Intelligence: Leveraging AI To Enhance Creativity, Sustainability and Efficiency in Modern Fashion Design Coresight Research January 19, 2021 Reasons to ReadThe world of fashion design has changed rapidly as brands and retailers have been forced to adapt to shifting consumer behavior. Increasing demand for fast fashion is being met with calls for sustainability and inclusivity in apparel—creating challenges for fashion brands and retailers. In this report, we examine the current pain points and areas of opportunity for fashion brands, retailers and designers to improve the efficiency and creativity with which they design and to cater for a multitude of body shapes and sizes. We discuss three key challenges in the shifting design landscape: The greater design speed and flexibility required by consumer-driven fashion cycles Consumers’ and designers’ shift in focus away from the hourglass shape Sustainability as an emerging value proposition—for consumers, investors and employees We also explore an AI-driven digital fashion design solution by Savitude, which helps designers leverage their creativity to ideate and design quickly. This free report is sponsored by Savitude. Non-subscribers can access the report by completing the form on this page. This report forms part of our Innovator Intelligence series, which focuses on emerging technologies that are disrupting traditional retail and fueling innovation across the retail value chain. CONTENTS Introduction The Shifting Design Landscape: Three Challenges 1. Consumer-Driven Fashion Cycles Require Greater Design Speed and Flexibility 2. Consumers and Designers Are Reducing Their Focus on the Hourglass Shape and Are Increasingly Emphasizing Designs for Multiple Body Types 3. Sustainability Is Emerging as a Key Value Proposition, Propelled by Advances in Analytics and Stakeholder Demands Consumers Investors Employees Savitude: Optimizing Design Efficiency and Creativity Key Competitive Advantages 1. Enabling Designers, Influencers and Brands To Incorporate Trends, Inspiration and “Brand DNA” Seamlessly 2. Promoting Designs Tailored to a Multitude of Body Shapes 3. Improving Design Efficiency and Reducing Waste Upcoming Announcements Coresight Research’s 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:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 39: Amazon and Bodycare To Close All StoresHoliday Bites: US Holiday Travelers Plan To Spend Less—Data GraphicEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 3: E-Commerce Sees Solid Results as Amazon, Coupang, Zalando and More Report Growth—InfographicUS Tariffs on Canada and Mexico: What US Consumers Think
Insight ReportDecember 2020 US Retail Sales: A Strong December Takes Total Holiday Growth to 9% Coresight Research January 18, 2021 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on US and UK retail sales, US retail traffic and in-store metrics and key global consumer indicators. 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. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in December 2020. This report covers the following: US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year change 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 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:Mixed Signals—Economic Optimism Continues But Consumers Feel the Strain on Personal Finances: China Consumer Survey InsightsBreathing Space for US Retailers and Brands: US Tariffs Paused for 90 Days But Hiked Further for ChinaKroger and Instacart Expand Partnership To Advance Agentic Shopping and Accelerate Delivery EfficiencyAmazon Prime Day 2025 Evolves into a Retail Ecosystem: Five Insights on a Transforming Midyear Sales Season
