Cushman & Wakefield highlights strengthening fundamentals, rising investor confidence and the evolving role of physical stores.

Slower population growth and elevated supply weigh on Florida, Texas and Arizona markets.

While closures are expected to spike again, vacancy is anticipated to remain near 4.3% nationwide, according to CoStar.

Median asking rent increased 2% year-over-year to $1,895 — the slowest growth since 2020.

Expansions and large deals are maintaining strong momentum across major markets.

December showed the highest construction pace since mid-year, led by single-family homes.

Early-year data show rising demand across host cities, coastal destinations and small towns, even as occupancy softens.

Property Ascent in San Jose tops the list with the largest sale.