Insight ReportThe Shopping Center in 2020: Mitigating the Impact of Store Closures Coresight Research December 5, 2019 Reasons to ReadIn physical retail, a number of trends are impacting the evolution of shopping malls. In part due to the high number of store closures in 2019, we are seeing new opportunities for shopping centers in the US, covering multiple retail categories. In this report, we explore the future of malls through the following key topics: The impact of the slowdown in apparel Opportunities and threats presented by e-commerce New tenants for malls Shifting discretionary consumer spending toward experiences The rise of entertainment Categories that could find a future place in the mall Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: US Store Openings and Closures Midyear 2025 Review and Outlook: Where Does Retail Real Estate Stand in a Year of Disruption? InfographicPlaybook: GenAI to Agentic AI—From Pilot to PowerhouseCEO Brief: Coresight Research Agenda for 2026—Retail’s Strategic ImperativesThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 32: US Store Tracker Extra