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department stores
Coverage of department stores in the Nexus archive.
- What retail apocalypse? Southeast Asia’s malls are sitting pretty
Southeast Asia's malls are thriving while the US retail property market declines, with only the Mall of America in the top 20 largest shopping centers. The US decline is attributed to e-commerce disruption, financial struggles of department stores, and other shocks.
- As malls and department stores fade, California's Ross and other discounters are booming
Ross Dress for Less and other discount retailers are thriving in California as malls and department stores decline, driven by consumers seeking affordable options. The parent company behind these retailers is experiencing growth amid shifting retail trends.