In this episode of Retail Retold, Chris Ressa welcomes Anjee Solanki, the head of U.S. retail for Collier's, to jump into the current state and future of retail real estate.

Anjee provides insights on the recent leasing activities, the challenges faced by retailers in store openings, and the projections for year-end growth in the retail sector. Anjee and her team at Colliers recently published a report on AI in retail, covering how both retailers and landlords are adopting AI, the potential power infrastructure needs, and the impact on consumer experience. Tune in for an engaging conversation on the evolving landscape of retail real estate and the role of AI in shaping it.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:24 State of the Union on Retail Real Estate

01:58 Challenges in Retail Leasing and Occupancy

02:58 Discussion on Rent and Fixed Costs

08:22 AI in Retail: Insights and Impacts

09:53 Landlord and Retailer Perspectives on AI

15:36 Consumer Adoption and Future of AI

24:09 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

38:45 Conclusion and Farewell