Despite Bankruptcy Filing, Toys 'R' Us is Not Likely to Disappear, Experts Say

By Mary Diduch, Staff Writer

While Toys ‘R’ Us’  bankruptcy filing came as no surprise to most retail industry experts, its implications appear to follow along two trains of thought: it serves as yet another reminder of the struggles of big-box retailers, or, it represents another chance for the retail real estate industry to innovate and come out stronger.

FULL ARTICLE

Higher Yields Pull Office Investors toward Value-Add Acquisitions

By Patricia Kirk, Contributing Writer

Investors continue to prefer core and core-plus investment strategies, but some of their focus has shifted to value-add class-B assets.

FULL ARTICLE

Brand Affiliation Gives Lenders the Comfort They Need

Sponsored by Best Western

Developers that partner with brands that can lend support will find much more success than those that choose another path.

FULL SPONSORED ARTICLE

Beyond Toys ‘R’ Us: Debt Continues to Haunt Ailing Retailers

Bloomberg

Chains including J. Crew Group Inc., Claire’s Stores Inc., Nine West Holdings Inc. are already on creditors’ radar because they have large debt loads, looming maturities, and weakening results.

FULL ARTICLE

As the Fed Steps Back From Mortgage Market, REITs Gear Up to Buy

Bloomberg

For mortgage REITs and other investors that can borrow against their holdings, the potential returns are an eye-popping 12 to 13 percent after hedging.

FULL ARTICLE

10 Must Reads for the CRE Industry Today

NREI Staff

Amazon has signed a lease to open a big office in New York City and will hire 2,000 people, the New York Post reports. The Wall Street Journal profiles a German grocery store chain that plans to expand its reach in the United States. These are among today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.

FULL ARTICLE