Why Retail Is Evolving And What It Means for Investors in 2025
Retail real estate continues to outperform, but this month’s trends reveal how the sector is also evolving in ways that open new doors for investors. Retail is adapting and growing, in real time.
In our July newsletter, we break down the key signals we’re watching. Topics include:
How wellness, pet care, and global grocers are filling retail vacancies
CRE Daily’s latest Fear & Greed Index and what it reveals about investor positioning
The real cost of retail buildouts in 2025—and how it’s impacting timelines
Why grocery-anchored centers are drawing attention—and what separates hype from fundamentals
Updates on our acquisition pipeline and active development projects across multiple markets
We also spotlight recent brand activity from 7 Brew, Walmart, Chicken Salad Chick, and more, plus share retail-specific metrics we’re using to evaluate tenant strength and risk.
Whether you’re actively deploying capital or watching for the right time to enter, this issue offers insights into how retail continues to lead in both performance and potential.
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