Archive for month: August, 2024

Revitalizing Retail: Innovative Strategies for Shopping Center Success

As the retail landscape continues to evolve, shopping centers must innovate to remain relevant and profitable. The rise of e-commerce presents significant challenges in that consumers have more variety and access to products than ever before, potentially making shopping centers redundant. However, with the right strategies, these challenges can be overcome and lead to growth and success. At SIG, we’ve guided numerous clients through these industry shifts, helping them to capitalize on emerging trends and ensuring their investments yield robust returns. The key to revitalizing retail lies in embracing innovative strategies that cater to contemporary consumer demands while optimizing for long-term financial performance. Read more →

August 15, 2024 – Austin, TX | In 2022, as the restrictions from COVID pandemic waned, investors acted with a renewed sense of energy and optimism. A flood of new capital hit the markets pushing cap rates down to historic lows for all types of credit. This unprecedented situation saw bidding wars within hours of a property hitting the market, giving sellers a unique opportunity to maximize the value of their Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) properties. However, this ideal phase for sellers was short-lived. In 2023, stronger credit and corporate QSR brands achieved higher values, driving cap rates up for franchise credit deals. Combined with rising interest rates, this created the current market conditions. Overall sales volumes declined after peaking in 2022, and the sale-to-asking price gap widened as buyers’ and sellers’ expectations remained fixed. Read more →