Retail Retold mailbag - You asked and Chris answered!

Join Chris Ressa in a special listener-request episode of 'Retail Retold,' where he tackles diverse questions from the audience. Topics include the expected surge of M&A in 2025, the cautious outlook on the food and beverage sector, the promising future of health and wellness retail, the anticipated growth of the sneaker market, and the evolving complexity of retail leases post-COVID. Chris also affirms the robust leasing demand beyond 2025 and shares his current read, 'A World Without Email.' Tune in for predictions, concerns, and the latest trends in the retail sector.

00:00 Introduction to Retail Retold

00:24 Listener Request Episode Introduction

01:35 Question 1: Retail Predictions for 2025

03:58 Question 2: Concerns and Desires in Retail Categories

08:11 Question 3: Growing Mature Retail Categories

10:53 Question 4: Changes in Retail Leases Post-COVID

12:44 Question 5: Future of Retail Leasing Demand

14:57 Bonus Question and Conclusion