Investment Activity Accelerates In Q3 Led By Office, Retail
Investment activity across U.S. commercial real estate surged 15% in the third quarter, reaching $111.7 billion. Recent monthly figures were also revised upward, reflecting continued market strength and investor confidence. Sales volume increased year-over-year across...
Investors Weigh Dollar Store Options
In the race for net lease capital, Dollar General and Dollar Tree are setting new benchmarks for what “essential retail” means to investors. Both chains continue to deliver strong results, but each appeals to distinct investor strategies within the single-tenant...
Struggling Malls Becoming Some Of The Hottest Development Targets
Rising housing demand and a shortage of developable land are transforming some aging malls into vibrant mixed-use communities. Developers are seizing on large mall sites—often surrounded by acres of surface parking—to add thousands of residential units, hotels, and...
CRE Distress Eases Slightly As Investors Eye Signs Of Stability
A new analysis of commercial real estate (CRE) and commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) performance reveals a mixed picture: ongoing distress in certain sectors, balanced by resilience and improving sentiment across others. According to the latest data from...
Rite Aid Closes Last Remaining Locations Nationwide
Rite Aid has officially closed the doors to all its remaining stores across the United States, marking the end of the longtime pharmacy chain after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year. As of Monday morning, the company’s website now consists of a single...
Retail Demand In Myrtle Beach Stays Negative As Vacancy Stays Low
Retail landlords in Myrtle Beach are finding reasons to stay optimistic as the market shows steady improvement, according to a recent industry report. While absorption remained slightly negative in the second quarter at -15,000 square feet, that’s a major improvement...
Store Closures Remain Challenging While Fast Leasing, Investor Demand Steal The Spotlight
Despite an uptick in store closures, U.S. retail property owners are finding reasons for cautious optimism this year. A new industry report highlights a retail market where rising vacancies are tempered by faster backfilling—helping landlords maintain stability as...
Retail Closures Outpace Openings As High-Profile Bankruptcies Bloat Inventory
Retailers across the U.S. are shuttering stores at a much faster pace in 2025, with store closures up 67% compared to the same time last year. In just the first week of July, 119 stores closed their doors, contributing to a total of 5,941 closures announced through...
Smoother, Faster, Smarter: How Tech Is Changing CRE Transactions
The commercial real estate (CRE) industry is undergoing a significant transformation, moving away from outdated manual methods toward a tech-driven approach. This shift is streamlining property acquisitions and enabling more informed decisions by maximizing the value...
Class A Malls Buck the Retail Decline Narrative
In an era where e-commerce continues to expand and physical retail faces ongoing challenges, traditional malls are often viewed as a fading relic. But recent data tells a more nuanced story—especially for top-tier malls. Monthly visits to Class A malls held steady...
Grocery Store Traffic Holds Steady Amid Multiple Headwinds
Despite rising food prices, shifting consumer confidence, and tough competition from discount retailers and superstores, traditional brick-and-mortar grocery stores are holding their ground in 2025. A recent analysis by Placer.ai reveals that these stores are not only...
Class B Malls Offer Prime Redevelopment Opportunity
The future of Class B malls may increasingly depend on the trend of transforming underperforming properties into mixed-use developments, especially as new retail construction slows. These redevelopments aim to combine retail, lifestyle, entertainment, and essential...
Walgreens Acquisition Sets Stage For Major Retail Real Estate Changes
The recent announcement that Sycamore Partners will acquire Walgreens Boots Alliance, ending its nearly century-long status as a public company, is expected to have a major impact on the commercial real estate market. This acquisition, valued at up to $23.7 billion,...