Walmart has acquired Monroeville Mall near Pittsburgh for $34 million and plans to redevelop the site for retail and mixed-use development.
Amazon has repurposed struggling malls into distribution centers, acquiring several former malls to convert them into fulfillment centers.
Malls are facing challenges with vacancies, declining foot traffic, and competition from eCommerce. There is a trend towards mixed-use developments, incorporating housing, offices, healthcare facilities, and more.
Walmart is set to cut jobs and close its North Carolina office as part of a restructuring plan, while investing $6.5 billion in new stores and growth in Canada.