July 22nd, 2024
1. Retail Vacancy Rate Reaches 20-Year Low
For the first time in years, the retail market is at a point of being supply-constrained – at least for space in quality shopping centers.
2. Marcus & Millichap Research Brief: Retail Sales
Consumer resiliency is apparent despite pullback in discretionary spending.
3. Retail Sales Saw Modest Gains in June
The Census Bureau said overall retail sales in June were unchanged seasonally adjusted month over month but up 2.3% unadjusted year over year. That compared with increases of 0.3% month over month and 2.6% year over year in May.
4. The Fed’s Delicate Interest Rate Balancing Act
When is an interest rate cut coming? Marcus & Millichap’s John Chang weighs in.
5. Just What IS the Best-Performing Retail?
Like most real estate sectors, “retail” consists of multiple parts.
NRF’s annual review of the best-performing U.S. retailers based on sales rankings.
7. Chipotle and Sweetgreen: Fast-Casual in Q2 2024
The fast-casual space has been having a moment – with rising QSR prices leading many diners to embrace an upgraded experience.