We entered 2022 with high rates of inflation in the United States and Europe, continuing disruption of global supply chains, a shortage of labor in key markets, and a reversal of monetary policy in the United States and Europe. December 2021 and January 2022 experienced the worst outbreak of coronavirus infections, with the omicron variant, since the start of the pandemic. And yet retailers have reasons for optimism. Supply chain disruption is likely to abate. Inflation is likely to recede. Major economies are likely to grow at a healthy pace in 2022, especially as many consumers are flush with cash. And, despite political tensions between major countries, trade and cross-border investment continues apace, thereby allowing global retailers to enjoy the fruits of globalization.

Foreword by Evan Sheehan 

Top 250 quick statistics 

Global economic outlook by Dr. Ira Kalish 

Retail and sustainability 

Geographic analysis 

Product sector analysis 

New entrants 

Fastest 

Study methodology and data sources 

End notes 

Contacts