Headline CPI held, energy surged. August’s inflation report showed headline CPI holding steady, but rising gasoline prices drove more than one-third of the monthly increase. In his latest From Where I Sit newsletter, @TomMcGeeCEO explores what that means for consumers, retailers and the economy: tinyurl.com/35m5dm7h #ICSC

See what's on the horizon for October! #ICSC

Join legal experts at ICSC+U.S. LAW and get the impactful, timely legal content you’ve come to expect, plus opportunities to make new connections to drive your practice forward. October 21-23, 2026. Register today: icsc.com/attend-and-learn/ev… #ICSC

The Standard Rate for ICSC@CANADA ends Friday, October 2 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Secure your spot today: bit.ly/4i5tUkW #ICSC

Join Marketplaces Industry leaders at ICSC@MIDWEST! Register today: bit.ly/4pTYq3a #ICSC

Tenant data is coming into sharper focus for landlords. Read in C+CT where retail landlords are getting data and how they’re funneling, analyzing and deploying it. icsc.com/news-and-views/icsc… #ICSC

The Standard Rate for ICSC RETAIL FORWARD COLUMBUS ends Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET. Register here: bit.ly/4guSbjo #ICSC

After the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey, Kahramanmaraş Piazza went from emergency recovery hub to marketplace for women rebuilding their livelihoods. In 2026, its now-annual Women’s Labor Shopping Festival grew to 150 participants and 97,000 visitors. Read more in C+CT. icsc.com/news-and-views/icsc… #ICSC

. @aaronnblock, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of @MetaPropNYC, a leading VC firm investing in technology for the built world, discusses what AI means for the future of business on From Where I Sit. Watch the full video episode or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/216… Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… YouTube: piped.video/watch?v=gz2mnkdn… #ICSC

Don't miss your chance to build your network and grow your business at ICSC@SOUTHEAST! October 19-20, 2026. Register today: icsc.com/attend-and-learn/ev… #ICSC

C-stores are expanding fresh and made-to-order food, but QSR growth has not materially slowed. Restaurant brands continue to pursue new locations even as c-stores compete more directly for customers, spending and real estate. See how it’s playing out in C+CT. icsc.com/news-and-views/icsc… #ICSC

What gives a restaurant staying power? Clear concepts, adaptable spaces, distinctive design and strong landlord relationships all play a role. C+CT looks at what operators, designers and real estate experts say helps restaurant concepts endure and grow. icsc.com/news-and-views/icsc… Photo courtesy of Grill 23 & Bar. #ICSC

Don't miss technology and innovation expert @ambermac at ICSC@CANADA as she discusses opportunities beyond AI adoption, from empowering your team to take part in the AI transformation to learning why prepping today's workforce for tomorrow can impact resiliency. A panel of tech leaders will join Amber to share their insights on AI in retail real estate. - Courtney Cooper, Principal, @alatepartners - Ali Gunoven, Director, Technology Transformation & Data, Dream - Lee Jackson, Managing Partner, Bridgeline - Hatim Madbouli, Director, Artificial Intelligence & Innovation, Integrated Portfolio Management, @CushWake Register today: bit.ly/4i5tUkW #ICSC

U.S. retail sales rose 1.2% in August, but are consumers actually buying more goods, or just paying higher prices? Read the latest From Where I Sit newsletter from @TomMcGeeCEO to see what separating price inflation from real volume growth reveals about consumer demand. linkedin.com/pulse/strong-sa…

Store openings are outpacing closures so far in 2026. Plus: @Qdoba, @GoldenChick, @ToysRUs and other brands are expanding, 725K SF of retail is planned near Nashville and Salt Lake City, and @CBRE IM acquired a $1.6B net lease portfolio. Read more in C+CT. icsc.com/news-and-views/icsc… #ICSC

Join us at ICSC RETAIL FORWARD COLUMBUS! This half-day event features engaging content, efficient show floor dealmaking, and meaningful networking, so you can quickly make long-lasting connections. Register today: bit.ly/4guSbjo #ICSC

Make deals with these retailers at ICSC RETAIL FORWARD PHILADELPHIA! Join us for an afternoon of show floor dealmaking followed by a casual networking reception. Limited to one day and built for high-ROI, this accessible regional gathering brings together retailers and tenants with brokers, service providers and other CRE decisionmakers to fill spaces, grow businesses and strengthen connections in record time. Register today: icsc.com/attend-and-learn/ev… #ICSC

Make plans for dealmaking at ICSC@CANADA, and take advantage of opportunities to connect with the biggest names in the Marketplaces Industry. Register today: bit.ly/4i5tUkW #ICSC

We're excited to introduce the newest group of ICSC Creators for ICSC@SOUTHEAST! 🎉 Over the next month, this talented duo will be sharing creative, forward-thinking content designed to inform, inspire, and engage the ICSC community. Meet our newest ICSC Creators: Tara Miller Independent Sales Representative @FAR_System Michael Morris Vice President @KidderMathews Follow them along on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn! #ICSC

Don't miss out on the Advance Rate for ICSC RETAIL FORWARD DALLAS! The Advance Rate ends tomorrow (Tuesday), September 22 at 11:59 pm. Register today: icsc.com/attend-and-learn/ev… #ICSC

The Standard Rate for ICSC RETAIL FORWARD PHILADELPHIA ends Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET. Register now! icsc.com/attend-and-learn/ev… #ICSC