Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
The Lingerie Stores industry is made up of retailers that primarily sell intimate apparel for women. While the trend toward lingerie as a fashion item and not just a necessity boosted lingerie sales prior to the recession, weak spending conditions following low consumer confidence and disposable income led to this industry's decline in recent years. Nonetheless, more innovative and fashionable products that cater to America's changing demographics are expected to drive this industry's rebound in the coming years.... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Investment Chapter
The Lingerie Stores industry has a medium level of capital intensity. On average, firms spend $0.23 on capital for every dollar spent on wages. The capital expenditure in this industry includes fixtures and fittings, cash registers, point-of-sale (POS) systems, storage units and other equipment. Over the last 10 to 15 years, the industry has undergone considerable change with the implementation of computer scanning technology. Its implementation has simplified labor tasks and minimized the level of human error in processing purchases. POS systems have enabled operators to computerize their inventory, resulting in better stock control and cost efficiencies. However, most operators are small in scale, privately owned and generally lack the resources to heavily invest in such technology... purchase to read more