REAL ESTATE

Angry Chickz plans Texas, New Mexico expansion — here's where
A California-based Nashville hot chicken franchise is expanding its footprint into two Southwestern states.
Build-A-Bear, Sanrio team up to open stores at two big centers
Build-A-Bear Workshop is bringing its partnership with a mega-popular Japanese entertainment company to America’s two largest retail centers.

Kroger to increase new store builds in 2026; Q3 e-commerce sales jump 17%

The Kroger Co. reported strong sales for its third quarter as its digital business surged and said it expects to appoint a new CEO during the first quarter of 2026.
First Look: Gymshark goes big for its first-ever U.S. flagship

UK athleticwear retailer Gymshark has opened its first U.S. flagship as it continues to plant roots in the U.S.
Dollar General lifts outlook on strong Q3; to open 450 stores, remodel 4,250 in 2026

Dollar General Corp. reported better-than-expected earnings and sales for its third quarter amid rising store traffic.
TOP PROP: SouthPark Mall

SouthPark Mall is the dominant regional shopping and entertainment destination for Northeast Ohio.
TOP PROP: Fairfax Corner

Fairfax Corner resides in Fairfax County, Va., the 6th wealthiest county in the United States.
Retail real estate’s Haves and Have-Nots

Brands that “have” extra intangibles have another lever to pull when vying for top real estate in an ever-tight market.
Why great malls will thrive

Gen Zers are actively seeking and spending money on experi¬ences within malls.
Q&A: Gordon Brothers on leveraging retail disruption for strategic growth

“We acquired Big Lots and cut bulk real estate deals with Ollie’s, Tractor Supply, Aldi, and a dozen or so other brands.”
Walmart opens second proprietary milk processing facility

Walmart is moving ahead with efforts to bolster and increase control of its milk supply chain.
AI’s power as a retail real estate collaborator

Those that thrive on AI will resist both extremes: neither clinging to “gut feel” nor blindly trusting algorithms.