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NYSE:KIM
NYSE:KIMRetail REITs

Is Moody’s A3 Upgrade And Dividend Hike Altering The Investment Case For Kimco Realty (KIM)?

Recently, Moody's upgraded Kimco Realty to an A3 credit rating with a stable outlook, highlighting its high-quality, predominantly grocery-anchored portfolio, strong occupancy, and prudent balance sheet, while the company also raised guidance and increased its dividend on the back of solid operating results. This combination of a stronger credit profile and a higher dividend underscores Kimco's emphasis on balance sheet strength and income-focused returns, supported by diversified tenants...
NYSE:BBW
NYSE:BBWSpecialty Retail

Is Build-A-Bear’s (BBW) Hello Kitty Expansion Sharpening Its Experiential Retail Edge Or Stretching It?

In early December 2025, Build-A-Bear Workshop and Sanrio announced plans to expand their Build-A-Bear x Hello Kitty and Friends Workshop concept nationwide, adding new locations at American Dream in New Jersey and Mall of America in Minnesota in early 2026, while also updating investors on completed share repurchases and reaffirming 2025 earnings guidance. The decision to roll out this experience to two of the highest-traffic retail destinations in the United States highlights how...