Profit margins are razor thin when compared to almost any other retail category, as there is a ton of competition in local neighborhoods that results in a lot of price transparency. (fortune.com)
Instead, REITs with the strongest numbers are continuing to build new centers while expanding into new retail categories or across borders. (nreionline.com)
Lenders are even willing to take the risk on projects outside of general retail categories. (nreionline.com)