The Reinvention Of Physical Retail Is Here — 7 Things To Know As Of Q3

Contrary to popular belief, the retail industry is not on its last legs.

The third quarter brought positive news for the sector thanks to strong consumer confidence and positive economic fundamentals that are anticipated to continue in the coming months.

"Grocery-anchored neighborhood and community shopping centers account for the lion’s share of U.S. shopping centers and all but the weakest of these are going to continue to perform well," Cushman & Wakefield Vice President of Retail Research in the Americas Garrick Brown said.

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RSK: "Shedding brick n mortar too stay afloat and focus on more on-line". The key here is someone needs to house the merchandise somewhere. Stores used to be "mini warehouses" for products and last mile concept. As they close the manufacturers will have to store their goods somewhere. You will see the big boxes become warehouse inside malls...and hence...back we come full circle.