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Second phase announced for big Oahu mall
A blessing of the grounds will kick off construction of the second phase of Ka Makana Ali‘i in West Oahu, though as one of the largest regional malls to be constructed the U.S. in the past five years, the ground is already hallowed in real estate circles.
Report: Walmart contemplates investing in Flipkart
A discount giant is evaluating a plan that could make it more competitive in India.

Alibaba boasts big revenue jump, grabs stake in Ant Financial

China’s largest e-commerce company had a big third quarter — and it is celebrating with a new investment.
Retailers in for a near-record Valentine’s Day

U.S. consumers are going all in for February 14.
Kroger expands checkout-free technology to more divisions

The nation’s largest supermarket retailer is outfitting more stores with technology designed to eliminate checkout lanes.
Inland steps up retail acquisitions in 2017

Always in the market for a quality grocery-anchored center, Inland Real Estate Acquisitions slowed down in 2015 and 2016, purchasing just 116 properties over a 24-month period.
Next stop for Amazon’s Treasure Truck: Whole Foods Market

Amazon continues to leverage its purchase of Whole Foods Market, tying in one of the online giant’s popular promotions with incentives to shop in Whole Foods stores.
Aldi’s store expansion is paying off

Deep-discount grocer Aldi is winning over customers as it continues to grow at a torrid pace.
FMI: Big surge in online grocery shopping

The majority of shoppers are expected to be buying some of their groceries online within five years.
NRF: Retail sales outlook positive for Super Bowl

It’s shaping up to be a big year for the big game.
Boxed may have another suitor—and it’s a giant one

Kroger Co. apparently isn’t the only retailer interested in acquiring Boxed, which sells bulk groceries, household products and other items online.
St. Louis’s City Foundry announces entertainment anchors

The marquee players at retail centers these days are often entertainment brands. City Foundry STL has announced three that will headline the opening of its first phase in St. Louis next year.