Anjee Solanki

Anjee Solanki

National Director, Retail Services & Practice Groups

Anjee is Colliers' National Director for Retail & Practice Groups | U.S. Based in San Francisco and with more than 32 years of experience, she provides strategic leadership to over 550 specialized retail professionals across 177 offices.

Latest articles

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Home Improvement Refresh: How Retailers Focus on New Store Growth

Read about the home furnishing industry's shift: from booming sales and expansion due to recent home improvement trends to a surprising downturn, with 60% of homeowners now cutting back on decor spending, contrasting sharply with earlier trends.

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The American Dream is Retail Experiential

Experience more than just shopping - delve into a visionary concept where entertainment and enduring memories take center stage. Find out more about how American Dream curates its tenant mix to appeal to a global audience.

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Retail: Recorded, Episode 24 | The American Dream is Retail Experiential

Host Anjee Solanki talks with Joey Agree, President and COO of Agree Realty, about current retail development trends and future possibilities.

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Amazon Prime Day Influences Consumer Spending and Other Retailers

Walmart, Target, and Kohl's hosted competing sales events against Amazon's Prime Days in October, with an expected participation of around 148.83 million consumers.

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A Global Perspective on ESG Commercial Real Estate Practices

Retailers are now highly focused on achieving environmental, social, and governance resilience (ESG+R) at a level capable of driving significant change, addressing various challenges in the process.

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Fall 2023 Retail Report

The Fall 2023 report emphasizes the evolving retail industry, its trends, and challenges, highlighting the need for adaptation and integration of online and offline channels.

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Spending on the Rise as Kids of All Ages Head Back-to-School This Season

Families started back-to-school shopping in mid-July or earlier in some states, preparing for the upcoming year of learning and activities. Timing is key for these purchases.

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Lend, Borrow, Swap Your Way to a New Wardrobe

Despite rising living costs, Gen-Z, known for their strong environmental consciousness, hasn't curbed their enthusiasm for fast fashion. However, there are those among them who are mindful of their spending habits and its impact.

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U.S. Retailer Industry Foot Traffic Analysis | July 2023

The retail industry thrived in July as foot traffic increased by 3.5%, and core sales grew by 3.8% over June. Apparel store visits grew by 31.2% over the month but only saw a modest increase in sales of 0.9%.

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Big, Bigger, Better May Be the Future of Retail

Retailers feel the tug-of-war for consumer attention as they explore new store formats and streamline operations to adapt to changing shopping behaviors. Online retailers have almost made it too convenient for consumers to shop for household goods.

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The Changing Landscape of the Luxury Market

Global luxury market's future bright: Some retailers face revenue decline due to lackluster US consumer spending, but others eye emerging markets for growth.

Podcast

Retail: Recorded, Episode 23 | Trends Within the US Grocery Industry

Anjee Solanki discusses the grocery segment omnichannel experience with Doug Munson, exploring its impact on store formats and consumer behavior shifts.

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What Shall We Eat? The Food Halls of America

In 2021, the U.S. retail sector experienced a remarkable year, adapting to changes in consumer spending and retail square footage to regain market share.

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U.S. Retailer Foot Traffic Analysis | May 2023

Retail fundamentals improved in May as foot traffic increased by 6.6%, and sales grew by 0.3% over April.

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Foot Traffic Indicators Towards Global Fast-Fashion Expansion

Recent changes in consumer behavior reflect economic sensitivities to inflation in the cost of goods and services. This has led to a slow shopping movement, with consumers prioritizing value-driven purchases. Explore the implications in this blog po