Latest Retail Trends

The Placer.ai Mall Index, which analyzes data from 300 malls in both urban and suburban shopping centers in the U.S., including top-tier indoor malls, open-air centers and outlet malls alike, just released its March 2024 Recap report. Luckily, the results indicate a favorable foot traffic trajectory in the mall space overall. In March 2024, traffic […] More

China-based toy retailer Pop Mart continues to gain buzz in the trendier regional U.S. malls. Over the span of a little more than a year, there are now seven Pop Marts sprinkled throughout the country. Even though Pop Mart has about 450 stores in 30 countries, it first began penetrating U.S. markets in December of […] More

Traditionally, the day spa was only for the very upper crust clientele. But now, even ultra-luxurious day spas are appealing more and more to the general public. This is because over the last three to four years, natural holistic wellness therapies have been embraced by the masses. The day spa tenant works best in a […] More

Everything old is new again. This is the attitude embodied by Cody Foster and David Callanan of financial service company Advisors Excel, which acquired the indoor West Ridge Mall in Topeka, Kan., last September. The firm will embrace this theme as they promote the mall’s redevelopment to the local community through a free concert this […] More

Sandwich/bakery tenants remain popular, especially those brands that provide elevated artisan food, as well as a café-like ambience that emphasizes fresh baked bread and unique dessert treat items. Look for these establishments to provide food and drinks beyond the standard sandwich fare in order to appeal to the “off hours” customers who want a treat […] More

Country western-style attire has always been popular in certain markets, especially in Southern states such as Texas. But in 2024, it seems as if country western-esque influences are extending way beyond their Southern roots and heading into the mainstream. The country western trend has been strong this year in pop culture. For example, the Louis […] More

Urban Value Corner Store has partnered with JUXTA, a North Carolina-based technology company, to open up to five new autonomous micro-convenience kit-assembled stores, coined “Nest” stores, throughout Texas by the end of this year. The first of these new Nest stores is expected to debut by this summer. Urban Value Corner Store currently operates seven […] More

The baby product industry has been in a flux the last few years, with many brands declaring bankruptcy and seemingly closing up shop. However, there has been a rebirth of sorts of these baby-oriented retailers. Consumers who are starting new families prefer to visually see, touch and determine for themselves which highly rated baby gear […] More