Fulton Mall Appears To Be Bucking Retail Downturn
Biking through the Fulton Mall this week we were struck by how unaffected it appeared to be by the recession and broader downturn in the retail environment. We obviously don’t have any numbers on sales trends at any of the stores, but we were impressed by the fact that there was only one small store…
Biking through the Fulton Mall this week we were struck by how unaffected it appeared to be by the recession and broader downturn in the retail environment. We obviously don’t have any numbers on sales trends at any of the stores, but we were impressed by the fact that there was only one small store that was empty and only one other For Rent sign on the entire seven-block stretch. This is in marked contrast to the scene on Flatbush and Atlantic Avenues and, well, almost everywhere.
I loved fulton mall- shopped there for years – and loved the movie theater (except for the running rats). I am still heartbroken over the disappearance of the Bridge St fabric stores which saw me through many a decorating, bridal and costuming job. I bought tons of baby stuff when my niece and nephew were young down there- and got many a clothing bargain. I totally agree with sam- it doesn’t need upgrading. Montague does. Why can’t politicans learn- if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
aren’t we all kinda on Govt Assistance in some way or another?
It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. I actually find myself somewhat agreeing with what Rob says and strongly disagreeing with 11217. Do you really want 7th ave to look like Fulton? The place is a shithole of staggering proportions.
And after a multitude of extremely ignorant and, to put it mildly, misinformed statements that Rob usually pulls out of his ass, this is the one you people wanna tear him a new one for?
I might’ve said this before, but here goes anyway: the fuck is wrong with online commenters in general? I guess the sane ones tend to be quiet and not post.
so is there a form of benefits that provides people with money to buy wigs and cellphones? i don’t know of any such program.
i do most of my clothes shopping at fulton mall, get the rest at C21 or Daffys. i don’t know what the big deal is, recession or not, this is a big city, there’s always gonna be people available to cruise up and down the mall.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P36x8rTb3jI
This is why Fulton Mall is strong. Peeps be gettin’ mo’ handouts, yo! Obama be paying fo’ my gas, son.
well i shall addend my statement that people are viewing as racist then to include people in rent stabalized apts as being on government assistance too. there. i said it.
blah! at least my statement IS true now.
*r*
11217…that’s a surprise. maybe as lil bit of luck suggests, the fact that the area is less driven by customers with access to credit, may have some reflection on it;s sucess as a retail hub?
poorer people spend their money. affluent people hoard it in mutual funds where most of it evaporates.
“i really really also hope this doesnt sound too messed up to say, but most shops that cater to people on government assistance to begin with always do well regardless of the economy. ”
Whoa why no one is tearing Rob a new one??????? If “The What” would’ve made a statement like this the Asshats would scream like hell!!!! Hey BENSON!!!!!!!!!! Where are you??? Man about decency!!!
With this I think the rules of engagement has changed. I will say WHATEVER I feel like and Ferk the consequences!!!
The What (Hypocrites!!!!!!)
Someday this crap is gonna end…