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he southeastern Wisconsin retail market experienced a slight downturn in the second quarter, according to a report from Moody's and Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin (CARW). The area's retail vacancy rate rose to 5.8%, while the market saw negative absorption of 21,259 square feet. This decline is a departure from previous quarters, where the market had shown signs of stability. Despite this setback, the report notes that the overall trend remains positive, with many retailers continuing to invest in the region's growing economy.