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Rob Samtmann | Jun 15, 2015 |

Whole Foods New Smaller Concept

Check out this description of Whole Foods new smaller concept.  philly.com Article Whole Foods Unveils Small-Concept Store Name, Negotiates NYC Leases for New 365 Brand Whole Foods Market has revealed the name of its new value-focused brand, 365 by Whole Foods Market, and in New York City, executives are in serious real estate negotiations for 365-branded stores […]

Rob Samtmann | Apr 03, 2015 |

Toys R Us Might be Changing Up the Store Strategy

Struggling toy retailer Toys“R”Us Inc. appears to be shaking up its bricks-and-mortar strategy, adding play spaces to its stores and reportedly shuttering its iconic Times Square location. The Wayne, N.J.-based company has not confirmed the closure of the 110,000-sq.-ft. flagship store, but it has confirmed the lease expires in 2016 and that it’s evaluating options. Meanwhile, […]

Rob Samtmann | Apr 03, 2015 |

Aldi to Reopen 30 Bottom Dollar Stores

Aldi to Reopen 30 Bottom Dollar Stores

Rob Samtmann | Apr 03, 2015 |

Sears, a REIT, and General Growth

ICSC.org Article Sears setting up REIT to raise $2.5 billion from shareholders Sears Holdings Corp. plans to raise more than $2.5 billion from shareholders by offering rights to buy shares in a real-estate investment trust that will hold some of its stores. The REIT is the latest in a series of steps Chief Executive Eddie […]

Rob Samtmann | Mar 16, 2015 |

Buyout Closes for PetSmart

PetSmart officially changed hands today and acquired new leadership. A consortium led by BC Partners completed the acquisition of the pet supplies and services company this morning. The deal, announced in December, had been approved by shareholders Friday. Michael J. Massey was named president and chief executive officer. He replaces David Lenhardt, who joined the […]

Rob Samtmann | Feb 02, 2015 |

Primark's First U.S. Stores

Five of the first seven stores are revealed in this article.  CoStar Article Primark: The retail sensation that’s cheaper than H&M “We want to be known first and foremost for amazing prices,” says John Bason, finance director of Primark’s parent company Associated British Foods (ASBFY). Prices in Primark stores may be similar to what you find in Walmart (WMT). […]

Rob Samtmann | Jan 17, 2015 |

Target Done in Canada

Good article on Target’s experience in Canada. NY Times Article From stores to mannequins: Target’s post-Canada wish list It’s going to cost a big chunk of change, but less than two years after opening its first store in Canada, Target has decided to close the profit-sucking operation there. While the news will initially be a blow to the big-box […]

Rob Samtmann | Jan 10, 2015 |

Supermarket Industry Mergers & Acquisitions

This article gives some insight into a few important mergers and acquisitions in the grocery industry.  National Real Estate Investor Article

Rob Samtmann | Nov 12, 2014 |

Costco to Build a New Store in Lawrence, NJ

Say hello to a new Costco in Lawrence, NJ.  Construction could start in the Spring.  From Brendan McGrath of the Times of Trenton: Costco has closed a $9.4 million deal to purchase 17 acres in Lawrence for a new store near Quaker Bridge Mall, the seller of the property said Thursday. The site plan for […]

Rob Samtmann | Oct 14, 2014 |

ERB Represents Wakefern in Leasing at Oxford Oaks Shopping Center

Rob Samtmann represented Wakefern Food Corporation in Leasing the former Super Fresh at the Oxford Oaks Shopping Center in Yardley, PA. Equity Retail Press Release

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Rob is Managing Principal of Equity Retail Brokers and he specializes in tenant representation and leasing.

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