This deck provides an in-depth analysis of the home furnishings sector in ecommerce, including forecasts for sales growth, digital ad spending, and KPIs. It also highlights consumer shopping behaviors, spending trends, and the growing influence of social media.
Report
| Nov 14, 2024
Returns will pass the trillion dollar mark this year, with US ecommerce returns growth outpacing sales growth, per our forecast. “It’s important for retailers and brands to look at their returns, because those ultimately eat into their margins,” said our analyst Sky Canaves.
Article
| Mar 19, 2025
B2B ecommerce site sales increased 10.5% YoY in 2024, reaching $2.297 trillion.
Article
| Mar 3, 2025
Temu, Shein, and TikTok Shop are winning this holiday season: Sales growth for all three outpaced larger players like Amazon and Target in November.
Article
| Dec 16, 2024
Amazon is officially in the online car sales business: The retailer launched Amazon Autos, which lets shoppers find, order, and buy new vehicles from dealerships.
Article
| Dec 10, 2024
Report
| Sep 6, 2024
Chart
| Jan 1, 2025
Source: Ģą˝AV
Report
| Aug 22, 2024
Amazon, Target, and malls were among this year’s Cyber Five winners: Roughly 197 million people shopped this year’s sales, leading to a surge in online and in-store spending.
Article
| Dec 3, 2024
The insight: Amazon is trying to make a bigger name for itself in the luxury sphere—a strategy that could help soften the blow from tariffs.
Our take: That designer brands and retailers are eager to partner with Amazon despite its mixed track record in luxury shows the state of the industry, which is under serious pressure as economic uncertainty saps even affluent consumers’ desire to shop. Amazon’s extensive reach—three-quarters of US households are Prime users, per our forecast—and ability to drive spending even in times of volatility are making it an increasingly valuable partner for any brand looking to drive sales in an unsettled environment.
Article
| Jun 23, 2025
The milestone: Amazon recently deployed its 1 millionth robot in its fulfillment centers—a figure approaching the number of human workers at those facilities.
Our take: Automation is a central element within Amazon’s relentless push to narrow the gap between click and doorstep. Fast delivery isn’t just about convenience; it transforms how consumers shop. The faster Amazon gets everyday essentials like toothpaste into customers’ hands—especially with free delivery for Prime members—the harder it becomes for other retailers to compete. That gives Amazon a durable edge as it looks to expand its share of US ecommerce sales.
Article
| Jul 1, 2025
Amazon had its most successful holiday season yet, bolstered by an extended Black Friday sales period and improved delivery speed. Amazon slightly exceeded our 2024 sales expectations by 30 basis points. As in Q3, ecommerce was again a bright spot for Target, Walmart, and Amazon as shoppers prioritized convenience, especially given the shorter holiday season.
Report
| Mar 19, 2025
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands calibrate their sales mix against the market.
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands gauge their sales mix against the market.
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands calibrate their sales mix against the market.
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands gauge their sales mix against the market.
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
Grocers posted steady growth aided by fresh food and private label sales, but competitive pressures, rising ecommerce costs, and greater demand for affordable goods weighed on profit margins and outlooks. Amazon and Walmart pulled ahead in market share, despite a slowdown in YoY sales growth, while Target lost ground.
Report
| Jun 30, 2025
Forecasts
| May 28, 2025
Source: Ģą˝AV Forecast
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands gauge their sales mix against the market.​
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
Forecasts
| May 28, 2025
Source: Ģą˝AV Forecast
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands gauge their sales mix against the market.​
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
This is the Q2 2025 installment of our "Retail and Ecommerce Sales Benchmarks” series, which helps retailers and brands gauge their sales mix against the market.
Report
| Jul 2, 2025
Online fashion sales growth in France is stabilizing as global competitors capture market share and social platforms become more influential.
Report
| Jun 24, 2025
Amazon breaks its silence on grocery business: CEO Andy Jassy is “very bullish” about retailer’s prospects as more customers stock up on everyday essentials.
Article
| May 27, 2025
The tests: In an effort to regain momentum, Target is piloting several initiatives aimed at boosting sales and protecting its margins.
Our take: Target isn’t standing still amid its challenges—but it isn’t clear if its latest moves will resonate with consumers.
It’s encouraging to see Target establish an “acceleration office” to push innovation forward. But with consumer budgets under strain, finding the right formula won’t be easy—especially given the stiff competition it faces from Amazon, Walmart, and others.
Article
| Jun 27, 2025