The Service-Driven Consumer Economy: Summer Retail Experiences
With significant restrictions placed on services during the early periods of the pandemic, consumers shifted their energy towards the consumption of goods. However, since the second quarter of 2021,...
View ArticleQuick Hits | MSCI August Update
Office Investors poured $2.9 billion into the office market in August, a slight uptick from July’s lows. Of all the asset classes, office remains the most out of favor. Deals north of $100 million are...
View ArticleA Global Perspective on ESG Commercial Real Estate Practices
The challenges of achieving environmental, social, and governance resilience (ESG+R) at a level accepted and capable of impacting change have become a definitive focus by retailers. The industry has...
View ArticleQuick Hits | 2023 Q3 MSCI Sales Update
After volume increased in Q2, the market reversed course, and sales decreased in Q3. Seasonality wasn’t a factor, as volume typically rises about 10% in Q3. However, it does demonstrate the continued...
View ArticleAmazon Prime Day Influences Consumer Spending and Other Retailers
Walmart, Target and Kohl’s hosted companion sales deal days to go head-to-head with Amazon’s Prime Days this October. An estimated 148.83 million consumers were expected to participate in the deal days...
View ArticleRetail: Recorded, Episode 24 | The American Dream is Retail Experiential
In our next episode of Retail Recorded, Anjee Solanki interviews Dimitri LaLagos, SVP of Leasing and Retail Development, at Triple Five, the holding company that owns and operates American Dream in New...
View ArticleSustained Consumer Interest Drives Retail Momentum Upward | U.S. Retail Q3 2023
Despite longstanding concerns of a softening economy and eventual pullback in consumer spending, the U.S. retail market has remained resilient through the first three quarters of the year thanks to...
View ArticleThe American Dream is Retail Experiential
Ten years ago, Don Ghermezian, CEO and Founder of Triple Five Group, had a vision of the American Dream. For those who may not know, American Dream is an entertainment and shopping complex five miles...
View ArticleThe Christmas Creep: Consumers Continue the Trend of Early Holiday Shopping
Six weeks ahead of the traditional holiday shopping season, retailers already kicked off and extended their promotions and sales to capture early-bird shoppers. Some retailers started the shopping...
View ArticleNew Trends, New Tides: Retailers Ride the Wave to Miami over New York
The competition among cities to attract retailers has always been fierce, with New York long being considered the epicenter of retail and trendsetting. However, lately the sunny, vibrant streets of...
View ArticlePouring Progress: The Shift in Sipping Habits
Today’s consumers are curiously driving a significant shift in the food and beverage landscape. The proliferation of multicultural flavors has cultivated a sophisticated palate; with it, consumers...
View ArticleSocial Networks as Marketplaces: How Social Commerce is Reshaping the Retail...
In the era of digital transformation, the landscape of online shopping is swiftly evolving, with social commerce emerging as a revolutionary trend. Social commerce seamlessly integrates the convenience...
View ArticleDemand Surge and Steady Vacancy Rates Drive Growth | U.S. Retail Q2 2024
As the first half of 2024 unfolds, the U.S. retail market continues to exhibit resilience in the face of varied economic headwinds. The second quarter has provided both challenges and opportunities for...
View ArticleRetail Recorded, Episode 29 | Harnessing Human-Driven Data: How Spatial.AI is...
Lÿden Foust, CEO of Spatial AI, joins Anjee Solanki for this month’s episode of Retail Recorded. One of retail’s biggest challenges is identifying its core consumers; Spatial AI works with brands to...
View ArticleQuick Hits | Everybody’s Gotta Eat: Retail Spending on Food Remains Strong
Leasing remains concentrated in smaller spaces of under 2,500 SF, where activity is overwhelmingly driven by growth from quick-service restaurants and personal services. Tenants such as Starbucks,...
View ArticleTaste the World: How America’s Changing Demographics Are Shaping Our Food
The rapid growth of the Asian American population in the U.S. presents a significant opportunity for the food service industry. With their roots spanning over 20 countries, Asian Americans are driving...
View ArticleHow Subscription Models Like “Fast Pass” Are Revolutionizing Retail Sales
Retailers have offered services like BOPIS, self-checkout, and loyalty rewards for free to enhance the shopping experience. A potential shift in this model could involve charging customers a...
View ArticleBack-to-School Shopping in 2024: A Look at Retail’s Past, Present, and Future
Get ready for a deep dive into the fascinating world of retail. We’ll explore the back-to-school forecast trends while also taking you on a journey through the history of retail. From the ancient...
View ArticleRetail Recorded, Episode 30 | Designing the Future of Retail from Concept to...
In this episode of Retail: Recorded, host Anjee Solanki interviews Claudia Humphrey, a project manager with Colliers Engineering & Design. They discuss the critical elements of project management,...
View ArticleWeekday Shopping Trends: How Hybrid Work is Changing Retail Patterns
Hybrid Work Growth and its Impact In the post-pandemic world, hybrid work models have transformed where and how people work and their shopping habits. With more flexible schedules, many workers are...
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