Retail sales grow in April
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Atlantic Commercial Group (ACG) has been at the forefront of land acquisition, site development, and commercial real estate growth for nearly 26 years. We have played a pivotal role in developing commercial land parcels and have been Walmart’s exclusive broker, successfully completing 52+ transactions across South Florida.
We have worked with top national brands, including:
✔ Retail & Restaurant Chains – CVS, Walgreens, McDonald’s, Burger King, Mattress Firm
✔ Financial Institutions – PNC Bank
✔ Medical & Service Providers – DaVita Dialysis
✔ Fuel & Convenience Brands – RaceTrac
From site selection to feasibility analysis, ACG provides expert guidance at every stage of the land development process. Whether you’re looking to acquire land, develop outparcels, or build large-scale retail and office properties, we ensure efficient, cost-effective, and strategic development solutions.
✔ Deep Market Knowledge – We leverage insights into lease rates, construction costs, and site planning to maximize your investment.
✔ Expert Development Advisory – Our team has extensive experience in ground-up developments and property redevelopments across South Florida.
✔ Navigating Approval Processes – We streamline the zoning, permitting, and entitlement approvals required for seamless project execution.
✔ Proven Track Record – We’ve played a key role in major commercial projects across the region.
ACG has directly contributed to the success of numerous high-profile developments, including:
🏢 Kendall Mall
🏢 Northridge Shopping Center
🏢 Midtown Delray
🏢 Lauderhill Mall
🏢 Palm Aire Marketplace
🏢 Lake Park Shopping Center
🏢 Coral Palm Plaza
🏢 Royal Oaks Shopping Center
🏢 Somerset Shoppes
🏢 Catalina Center
Retail sales rose for the seventh consecutive month in April 2026 despite rising gas prices and persistent inflation, with core retail sales increasing 0.34% month-over-month and 5.53% year-over-year according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Total retail sales, excluding automobile dealers and gasoline stations, rose 0.34% month-over-month and 5.73% year-over-year, with spending supported by a steady labor market, wage growth, and significant tax refunds. Clothing stores led all retail categories with a 9.75% year-over-year increase, followed by sporting goods stores at 8.55% and health and personal care stores at 8.42%, while building and garden supply stores were the only category to decline year-over-year, falling 2.74%. For the first four months of 2026, total sales were up 6.07% year-over-year and core sales increased 5.99%, though April's growth slowed slightly from March's gains of 0.4% month-over-month and 6.59% year-over-year.
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