Amidst early signs of market recovery, Simon Property Group Inc. (SPG), the largest publicly traded retail real estate company in North America, has recently signed leasing agreements with nine new retail and restaurant companies in its Central Texas shopping centers.

With the holiday season round the corner, Simon Property expects the deals to revitalize its portfolio. The companies which have recently opened their shops in the malls owned and managed by Simon Property include Yogo Bowl – a self-serve frozen yogurt concept, Frugal Media – a new and used textbook seller, Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids – a haircut saloon for young customers, and Five Guys Burgers & Fries – a popular eatery primarily selling burgers.