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NEPI ROCKCASTLE: TENANT SALES AND ACQUISITIONS DRIVE STRONG GROWTH

NEPI Rockcastle’s net operating income (‘NOI’) rose 23% in the first nine months of 2023 (‘9M 2023’) to 365 million Euro, versus the same period of 2022, continuing the robust pace of growth since the end of the Covid pandemic. The main drivers of the strong performance were a combination of tenant sales performance and the contribution of the acquisitions completed in 2022.

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„Retail real estate is a stable and resilent asset class” 

“Despite the significant challenges of recent years, it is clear that retail real estate is a stable and resilient asset class,” says Joanna Fisher. In an interview with ACROSS, the CEO of ECE Marketplaces talks about the opportunities of a once again dynamic market, dealing with industry changes and ESG, and her goals as the new Chairwoman of ECSP.

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Dutch retailer Jumper is taken over by Fressnapf Group

Following the merger with Arcaplanet in Italy, the investment in ZOOCITY in Croatia and the recent market entry in Romania, the business expansion in the Netherlands marks the company’s next strategic step.

Designer Outlet Algarve, new plaza in the center extension, opening 2025. /// credit: ROS Retail Outlet Shopping

ROS Retail Outlet Shopping Pursues Its Trading-Up Strategy And Expansion Plans

Supported by a strong performance across its 12 premium outlet destinations, ROS Retail Outlet Shopping is focused on upgrading its brand mix. The European operator, together with partners, is set to further grow its portfolio with center extensions in Designer Outlet Gdańsk, Designer Outlet Algarve, and Designer Outlet Croatia, and the new development Designer Outlet Kraków.

Headquarter Gerry Weber (left), Aurelius new Owner of The Body Shop /// credit: gerry weber_the body shop

Retail Shorts: Gerry Weber withdraws from the stock market I Natura sells The Body Shop

The financial restructuring measures will now be implemented promptly, as the restructuring plan of Gerry Weber International AG is legally binding. /// The new owner of The Body Shop is the private equity company Aurelius Group. The acquisition is expected to be completed in December, subject to approval by the relevant competition and regulatory authorities.

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Signa sell-off continues

The Thai co-owner wants to take over René Benko’s entire British luxury department store, Selfridges, as further Signa shares are being sold.

Cotswolds Designer Outlet in Tewkesbury, creating 12,635 sq m space for 56 new brands. /// credit: Realm

Outlet 3.0 – What’s in store?

Across the outlet market, we’ve started to see a growing number of brands, including Hugo Boss, Adidas, and Tommy Hilfiger, actively seeking larger retail spaces with a clear objective: to elevate and enrich the ‘flagship’ outlet in-store experience, explains Dan Mason is Managing Director Realm. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK’s first outlet center, and as we look ahead to the next decade for this resilient retail sector, what will be the defining trends of Outlet 3.0?

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THE LUXURY MARKET AS A TRENDSETTER FOR THE RETAIL WORLD

Luxury is more resistant than any other retail segment – especially in times of crisis. However, consumers are changing. For the new consumer generation, luxury has a new definition. Both brands as well as retailers have to adapt to this development.

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Pimkie withdraws from the Spanish market

The end of an era in Spain, Pimkie’s presence has already been reduced in recent years through staff cuts and store closures. However, the fashion chain will continue to be represented in some countries, above all in France with over 300 locations.

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LUXURY GOODS ARE A RELATIVELY RISK-FREE INVESTMENT FOR CONSUMERS

“Making luxury accessible to a broader audience is a successful business strategy today,” says Orsolya Hegedüs, partner at Deloitte Austria. In an interview with ACROSS, she explains why luxury is so crisis-resistant, why the segment is growing, and why brands must adapt to a new generation of consumers.

DownTown Bursa Life and Entertainment Center /// credit: Fiba CP

DownTown Bursa Life and Entertainment Center, managed and leased by Fiba CP, has opened on October 27, 2023

Fiba Commercial Properties, who undertook the leasing and asset management of the shopping mall DownTown Bursa Life and Entertainment Center, has welcomed its visitors with exclusive brands for the first time in the famous city of Bursa. Fiba CP further enriches the region with its grand opening, showcasing nearly 200 brands that span both local and global markets, adding significant value to the area.

With their baumhouse projects, Dietmar Reindl (right) and Alexander Rössler (left) want to combine retail locations and housing sustainably and affordably. /// credit: baumhouse, ivanashoots

baumhouse: The mission is to combine retail locations with affordable and quality living space

With their baumhouse projects, Dietmar Reindl and Alexander Rössler want to combine retail locations and housing sustainably and affordably. They define affordable with rents 20% below the market level. They are planning high-quality, sustainably designed residential complexes above retail buildings. Furthermore, they explain to ACROSS what their motivation is, what social change they would like to help shape, and, above all, where the added value for investors lies.

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THE LEVEL OF EXCELLENCE WE SHOULD STRIVE FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW
Originally developed solely to meet the daily needs of consumers, shopping centers quickly became an asset class. The model worked very well for a long time, but as consumer behavior has changed, so have the requirements of tenants, operators and investors. The obvious task to satisfy customers, business partners and stakeholders is: Get your customers to return to your locations. Clear differentiation and positioning as well as a clear focus on people are crucial.
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