Anchor Tenant

The major store within a shopping center that attracts or generates traffic for the facility.  Anchors are strategically placed to maximize sales for all tenants.  The type of anchor depends on the type of shopping center (e.g., a supermarket is a typical anchor for a neighborhood shopping center) whereas a major chain or department store is a typical anchor for a regional shopping mall.

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