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Kimco Realty CEO details how shopping centers are changing: 'It's all about services'
CNBCยท 2025-05-12 22:51
Core Insights - The business environment at shopping centers is shifting towards service-oriented businesses rather than traditional retail storefronts, with a focus on in-person services that are resistant to e-commerce [1] - There is a higher demand for shopping centers than supply, with grocery anchors dominating Kimco's centers and 80% of new deal flow coming from service-oriented businesses [2] - Vacancies are being mitigated by resilient businesses, with Kimco backfilling half of the vacancies from Party City's bankruptcy at 40% higher rent [3] Future Outlook - New apartment developments are viewed positively, with plans to convert shopping center parking lots into residential spaces as urban mobility evolves [4] - The concept of mixed-use developments is emphasized, where retail and residential spaces enhance each other, driving traffic and creating a harmonious environment [5]