When a retailer decides to open a new store, one of the most pivotal decisions is location. The age-old debate between choosing a high street or a shopping mall continues to challenge retail expansion teams. While both formats offer visibility, footfall, and brand recall, they also come with distinct risk profiles.
Understanding these risks and the trade-offs they bring is essential for making a profitable and sustainable location choice. This article examines the differences in retail risk between shopping malls and high streets and explores how retailers can navigate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n