Industry News

Aldi’s Expansion Strategy – What You Need to Know Aldi is embarking on a significant real estate expansion, aiming to solidify its position in the U.S. grocery market and meet growing consumer demand for affordable grocery options. This report delves into Aldi’s expansion strategy, analyzing its approach to new store openings, conversions of acquired stores, […]

Walgreens Boots Alliance has decided to step away from the public market in a significant acquisition by Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm known for its expertise in revitalizing retail businesses. This $10 billion deal has sparked widespread discussion about the future of Walgreens, particularly its vast real estate portfolio.   Walgreens and Sycamore Partners […]

Super Bowl Economic Impact on New Orleans This year, Super Bowl LIX will be held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. It has been 12 years since the city hosted the game, and it will be the 11th Super Bowl played in New Orleans. The game will also mark the second time the […]

Federal Reserve Shifts Tone and Overnight Rate in September The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday a 50-basis point cut to the federal funds rate, bringing the overnight rate to the 4.75%-5.00% range. While the Fed has successfully reduced the pace of inflation since Core PCE growth peaked in 2022, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure […]

New Commercial Real Estate Legislation in 2024 Key Changes Impacting Property Owners, Investors, Renters, and Developers Commercial real estate is facing several significant changes as new or proposed laws come into effect across the United States. These legislative updates have the potential to affect anywhere from property owners and investors to renters and developers. Here […]

Will CRE Let Interest Rate History Repeat Itself? The federal funds rate reached 7% for the first time in 1969. “The first day that I stepped into a real estate office in the early 1970s, interest rates had hit 7% for the first time that anybody could remember,” Curtis Kaufman, a Matthews™ Capital Markets advisor, […]

North Hollywood Multifamily Market Report North Hollywood Market Overview This annual market report extensively explores the transactional and investment dynamics within the North Hollywood, Valley Village, and Valley Glen submarkets. Analyzing the multifamily transactions of 2023 allows investors to discern the evolving market landscape, enabling better preparation for 2024. This North Hollywood report aims to […]

2024 CRE Predictions It is widely acknowledged that 2023 posed significant challenges for the commercial real estate sector. The persistent increase in Fed rate hikes, bank failures, and a notable deceleration in leasing activity have given rise to apprehension about the trajectory of CRE as the new year approaches. Whether you are an experienced investor, […]

The ALDI Acquisition of Winn-Dixie & Harveys Supermarket Reshaping the Grocery Landscape The grocery industry is constantly changing as various grocers compete for  dominance, and staying innovative is crucial for survival. A notable development that has grabbed the attention of the industry is ALDI’s announcement has revealed its intentions to purchase the Winn-Dixie and Harveys […]