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NIQ Geomarketing study: European retail in 2024 and 2025
The share of private consumption allocated to retail – rather than savings, services, or leisure – continues to decline across the European Union. In 2024, this trend persisted for the third consecutive year, with EU citizens spending just 32.6 percent of their disposable income in retail. Croatia recorded the highest share, with nearly every second euro spent in retail. These insights come from a new, free study published today by NIQ Geomarketing, offering a comprehensive overview of retail trends across Europe.
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Strong Partnerships require a Paradigm Shift in Thinking
The world of retail real estate is revolving faster than ever before: Consumer behavior is changing rapidly, brands are disappearing overnight, and digitalization and shifting values are forcing us to rethink the way we do things.
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CC REAL: FROM A CONSTRUCTION SITE CONTAINER IN ZAGREB TO AN INTERNATIONAL PLAYER IN RETAIL REAL ESTATE
Founders Fabian Kaufmann and Sven Vorih, describe the journey from their beginnings in Croatia to their current expansion strategies in Europe and Australia.
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„CHANGE IS IN OUR DNA”
Innovation and the safeguarding of future success require conviction and values – ECE celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2025. This is more than just an anniversary: It is a commitment to continuous change and responsible business practices. ECE Marketplaces CEO Joanna Fisher, who has been with the company for nearly three decades, discusses the power of putting values into practice, her own journey from a working student to a top manager, and how true innovation can only be achieved through integrity and clarity.
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CEO PERSPECTIVES 2025: WHEN THE TENANT THRIVERS, THE ASSET FLIES
“When the tenant thrives, the asset survives” is an old saying in retail real estate leasing management. But survival is only the baseline – the ambition must go further. Not just to “survive” – the asset should “fly.” But what will it take in 2025 for an asset to take off? For this cover story, we asked leading figures in the European retail real estate sector what they see as the most significant current challenges, as well as the solutions needed, for retail assets not just to survive but to prosper.
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Embark on the Transformative Journey of Retail – ACROSS Study Tour to Dubai & Abu Dhabi 2025 /// November 26th to 28th
The Global Hub of Innovation: exciting shopping-places with unique store concepts and forward-looking ideas. The 4th ACROSS Study Tour takes us to the United Arab Emirates.
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CEO PERSPECTIVES 2025 – When the Tenant Thrives, the Asset Flies
What will it take in 2025 for an asset to take off? For this special, we asked leading figures in the European retail real estate sector what they see as the most significant current challenges, as well as the solutions needed, for retail assets not just to survive but to prosper.
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DEVELOPMENT

PROJECTS, TRENDS AND STRATEGIES

Elsa Monteiro, Sustainability Director at Sierra. /// credit: Sonae Sierra

Sonae Sierra Avoided 22 Million Euros In Costs In 2023 Owing To Eco-Efficiency Measures

Sonae Sierra avoided €22 million in operating costs during 2023 by implementing a wide range of measures that improved eco-efficiency levels. According to the Economic Environmental and Social Report (EES Report) for 2023, the company has reduced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 88% since 2005, reduced its electricity consumption by 68% since 2002 and achieved a 41% reduction in water consumption since 2003. The firm’s waste recycling rate has significantly increased 255% since 2002, reaching 67% in 2023.

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MANAGEMENT

LATEST TRENDS IN ASSET AND CENTER MANAGEMENT

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OUTLETS

DEVELOPMENTS AND TRENDS IN THE OUTLET INDUSTRY

Designer Outlet Croatia, managed by ROS Retail Outlet Shopping. /// credit: ROS Retail Outlet Shopping

ROS Retail Outlet Shopping Becomes Part Of The French Property Group FREY

ROS Retail Outlet Shopping, the 4th largest European operator with 12 managed outlet shopping destinations in 7 countries, has been acquired by the French FREY Group, a developer, investor and manager, and a real estate company listed on the Paris stock exchange, specialising in the development and operation of open-air shopping centers in Europe.

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RETAIL

STRATEGIES OF RETAILERS

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Aldi’s Brand Strategy In The US Is Exceedingly Popular With Consumers

Las Vegas welcomed its first two Aldi stores in the presence of a large number of expectant consumers, which shows the retailer’s success with its popular brand strategy in the local market. The debuting stores opened as part of Aldi’s 9 billion euro expansion strategy in the country.

Primark's announced new store in Manhattan. /// credit: Primark

Primark to Proceed with US Expansion Plan

Primark-owner Associated British Foods plans to move on with the fashion retailer’s store rollout program in Europe as well as the US, despite current tariff uncertainties.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE / LEISURE

LATEST TRENDS

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LEISURE AREAS IN SHOPPING MALLS: TRANSFORMING RETAIL SPACES INTO EXPERIENTIAL DESTINATIONS

Shopping Malls in the USA, Middle East, and Asia are not just places to shop but have emerged as epicenters of social interaction, thrill, and recreation. Europe is on the brink of embracing this trend, says Matthias Clostermann, Owner and General Manager at Clostermann Design. Therefore, malls across the continent are inching towards becoming entertainment hubs. But there is still a lot of hesitation.

“Value and Quality – That’s What It’s All About”

The biggest challenge facing the F&B industry is the cost of doing business. While the coronavirus has run its course through the markets, operators are struggling to return to profitability in the face of current economic challenges. Ian Hanlon, Director of Coverpoint, explains how the current challenges can be addressed and highlights trends in the shopping center food scene using best practice examples from the industry.

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PROPTECH

RETAIL TECHNOLOGY

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HyperIn: Winter Is Coming …

Retail real estate is facing tough times as we close in on the prospect of a long, cold winter. Amidst the impending energy and economic crisis and an escalating threat resulting from a war in Europe, for many, the fear is here. Investor insecurity is high, and property owners are wary of fuel and finances running into scarce supply. However, as we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, where there is a challenge, there is also an opportunity.

Prioritizing Digital Innovation During a Downturn?

At a time of record high inflation and rising interest rates, consumers are expected to spend less on virtually everything for the foreseeable future. Naturally, companies are focused on operational efficiency and cost cutting. Both investment and innovation are often deferred or postponed.

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INVESTMENT

PLANS OF INVESTORS AND OWNERS

A new generation loyalty program for İnegöl shopping mall

A metaverse use case in practice: Fiba Commercial Properties and Elyt.net introduced at İnegöl Shopping Mall, Turkey, a metaverse-based, new-generation loyalty program. The important learning: Consumers are ready. The interest in the program was unbelievably high. Visitors were happy to receive gifts and be part of an application that involved innovative technology like NFT.

“DEVELOPERS ARE BRAVE PEOPLE BY VIRTUE OF THEIR BUSINESS MODEL”

Steffen Hofmann is a Managing Partner at ambas. Having worked in eight European markets, he has a deep understanding of the mechanisms of international investment markets. On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of ACROSS, he discusses the historic evolution of the retail real estate industry from the perspective of the financial market.

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Polish Retail sector dominated by portfolio deals

Investors feel safe again in Poland. The total volume of investment transactions in H1 2022 amounted to almost 2.9 billion Euro, which was more than 40% more than in the same period last year. 28% of all investments were made in the shopping center sector.

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EVENTS

WHERE THE INDUSTRY MEETS

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CEO PERSPECTIVES 2025 – When the Tenant Thrives, the Asset Flies
What will it take in 2025 for an asset to take off? For this special, we asked leading figures in the European retail real estate sector what they see as the most significant current challenges, as well as the solutions needed, for retail assets not just to survive but to prosper.
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