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Hafencity Center

Hamburg HafenCity Center: Westfield’s Last of Its Kind

Written off, consigned to the dustbin of time amid the clamor for all things new and digital, and a property asset class that almost no ...
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china trade war

U.S. China Trade War: Chaos for Christmas

China war tariffs disrupt supply chains, threatening holiday sales as brands face delays, uncertainty, and scramble for pricing workarounds.
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retail crime

Retail Employee Safety and Organized Retail Crime

Retail crime and violence are rising in 2024, leaving employees unsafe and unsupported, with few crimes prosecuted and little incentive to report.
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tariffs

Short-Term Retail Fixes for Tariffs

Retailers brace for a volatile tariff-driven economy with short-term tactics, creative sourcing, and survival-focused inventory strategies.
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Levi’s and Collateral Tariff Impact

Levi’s faces tariff pressures and global backlash, risking international sales and increasing reliance on U.S. consumers for growth.
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pfas

PFAS Are High Risk for Retail

Retailers must act on PFAS risks as regulations tighten, lawsuits rise, and demand grows for safer, PFAS-free products across all categories.
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microplastics

The Fast Food Microplastics Crisis

Fast food is contaminated with microplastics and phthalates, posing health risks and drawing concern from scientists, consumers, and regulators.
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china tariffs

The Flaw in China Tariffs

China tariffs backfire by raising global costs, disrupting trade, and hurting U.S. businesses due to China's deep role in global supply chains.
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