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The 2026 Retail Construction Squeeze: Why Store Openings Are Up but Capacity Is Down
Retail construction activity is contracting in 2026 even as store openings climb. The math is uncomfortable, and operators who plan for it now will outperform those who don't.
May 12, 20266 min read
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Tenant Improvement Costs Are Diverging by Region in 2026
TI costs are not converging. They are pulling apart. Northeast markets now run 25-45% above national average, while other regions show different dynamics. Your TI budget can't be one number anymore.
Apr 28, 20265 min read
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Where Retail Growth Is Concentrated in 2026: Off-Price, Beauty, and Discount
Telsey Advisory Group's 2026 forecast points to a narrow band of categories driving most new store openings. The concentration tells you where the operational pressure will land.
Apr 14, 20265 min read
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