Strong fundamentals and ample liquidity outweigh the movement in interest rates.

"Brick and mortar retail is, for the most part, pretty resilient."

Data shows rising interest in these technologies.

"Approximately 20%-25% of a project goes to food and play. We don't see that number going back at all."

Meeting with old and new friends is number one on most people's list.

GlobeSt.com is in Las Vegas to celebrate the big ICSC Las Vegas event where sources we spoke with say that US consumers are still in spending mode for consumables.

But there are certain challenges that bear watching.

Kelly Reenders, Assistant City Manager at Dana Point, CA, shares a unique perspective about retail.