Retail news: mall and brand expansion

The CEO has some big plans to spearhead a turnaround for the one-time powerhouse in the toy business.

The top 10 retailers that have announced the most new square footage for the second quarter of 2016.

The Block at Pima Center is scheduled to break ground in the first quarter of 2017.

Dick’s is the leader in the niche, and investors are crystal clear on the opportunity in front of the company.

Shopping malls’ importance to the economy are often underestimated during the current period of flux in the retail industry.

Several malls in the area are envisioned as the future homes of modern urban villages.

The mall opened back in 1985, and it’s currently anchored by Dillard’s, Target, Sears and JCPenney.

There’s a number of other ways to implement the use of technology to keep business booming.

The mall spans an incredible 5.6 million square feet and attracts 40 million visitors annually.

The next growth spurt for the retail giant may very well come from the addition of new locations, just with a much smaller footprint.

Some operators are looking to entertainment and recreation options to fill space or just draw customers in.

There're a couple of key takeaways from the report by Deloitte that any retailer or landlord can benefit from.