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Retail Sales

Retail sales represent the aggregate value of goods sold by retail businesses to consumers during a specific period, typically reported monthly. This metric is a critical economic indicator used to gauge consumer demand, spending patterns, and the health of the economy. Analysts and policymakers monitor retail sales data to assess trends in consumption, forecast economic growth, and inform monetary policy decisions.

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JD Vance Jokes His Wife Usha Should Run The Federal Budget— And It's All Because Of An $8.75 Old Navy Maternity Dress
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Nike CEO Elliott Hill Admits Turnaround Is Taking Longer Than Expected: 'We Still Have Work To Do'
Nike CEO Elliott Hill Admits Turnaround Is Taking Longer Than Expected: 'We Still Have Work To Do'
JD Vance Jokes His Wife Usha Should Run The Federal Budget— And It's All Because Of An $8.75 Old Navy Maternity Dress
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Nike CEO Elliott Hill Admits Turnaround Is Taking Longer Than Expected: 'We Still Have Work To Do'
Nike CEO Elliott Hill Admits Turnaround Is Taking Longer Than Expected: 'We Still Have Work To Do'
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Walmart Is A Great Retailer 'Priced For Perfection'— But Former US CEO Bill Simon Says He'd Rather Own Target Stock: Here's Why
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Retail Sales Recent News

Retail Sales Slump More Than Expected As Tariff Fears Hit Spending (UPDATED)
Retail Sales Slump More Than Expected As Tariff Fears Hit Spending (UPDATED)
U.S. consumers show strain in May as retail sales slump 0.9%, a sharp drop from April. Year-over-year sales rose 3.3%. Auto and building materials sales weaken.
March Retail Sales Exceed Forecasts, Analyst Notes Best-Performing Sectors
March Retail Sales Exceed Forecasts, Analyst Notes Best-Performing Sectors
March retail sales exceeded expectations, rising 4.6% year-over-year, driven by strong growth in discretionary categories like sporting goods, electronics, apparel, and home improvement. The figure surpassed Bloomberg's forecast of 1.3% sequential growth, as revised February data showed mixed trends.
Wall Street Wavers On Mixed Retail Sales, Nvidia Falls Ahead Of GTC AI Conference, Intel Rallies: What's Driving Markets Monday?
Wall Street Wavers On Mixed Retail Sales, Nvidia Falls Ahead Of GTC AI Conference, Intel Rallies: What's Driving Markets Monday?
Stocks were little moved during midday Monday trading in New York, as a mixed retail sales report failed to generate a bullish response from investors.
US Retail Sales Fall More Than Expected In January, Raise Growth Concerns
US Retail Sales Fall More Than Expected In January, Raise Growth Concerns
Consumer spending fell sharply in January, raising concerns about economic growth. Fed closely watching as retail sales decline and inflation rises.
AI Revolutionizes Black Friday Shopping As Online Sales Reach New Heights
AI Revolutionizes Black Friday Shopping As Online Sales Reach New Heights
Black Friday in the U.S. saw unprecedented online sales this year, with generative AI chatbots being a key driver in boosting retail website traffic.
Chinese Retail Sales Pickup In October: Here's What's Happening With Alibaba, JD And Pinduoduo Shares
Chinese Retail Sales Pickup In October: Here's What's Happening With Alibaba, JD And Pinduoduo Shares
Chinese retail sales grew by 4.8% year-on-year in October picking up from September's 3.2% growth, as per the National Bureau of Statistics on Friday. That annual retail sales forecast exceeded the 3.8% growth precited by a Reuters poll.
Retail Sales Numbers 'Were A Blowout Versus Consensus,' But Economists Predict Fed Will Still Cut Rates
Retail Sales Numbers 'Were A Blowout Versus Consensus,' But Economists Predict Fed Will Still Cut Rates
July's retail sales soared, but economists expect Fed to cut rates in September due to rising unemployment. Stock market outlook remains positive.
Flat Retail Sales Report Shows 'A More Discerning Consumer' Keeps Spending, Economists Say
Flat Retail Sales Report Shows 'A More Discerning Consumer' Keeps Spending, Economists Say
US retail sales remain flat in June, indicating cautious but resilient spending by consumers. Fed still expected to cut rates in September.
Economists React To Inflation, Retail Sales: 'The Soft Landing Narrative Is Still A Possibility But Not A Guarantee'
Economists React To Inflation, Retail Sales: 'The Soft Landing Narrative Is Still A Possibility But Not A Guarantee'
Inflation and retail sales slowed, signaling weaker consumer spending. Traders reacted by betting on Fed rate cuts, boosting S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 to record highs, while bonds also surged. Economists remain optimistic but cautious.
Retail Sales Sink In January, Manufacturing Indicators Improve, Jobless Claims Fall: Thursday's Economic Digest
Retail Sales Sink In January, Manufacturing Indicators Improve, Jobless Claims Fall: Thursday's Economic Digest
Retail sales slow in Jan. after strong Dec., while surveys show signs of recovery in manufacturing. Jobless claims also fell. Stock futures up.
Annual Retail Sales Surge By 5.6% In December, Hit 10-Month High, Showcase Robust Consumer Demand
Annual Retail Sales Surge By 5.6% In December, Hit 10-Month High, Showcase Robust Consumer Demand
December 2023 saw U.S. retail sales surpass expectations, indicating robust consumer demand and influencing market trends, including a stronger U.S. dollar and shifts in Treasury yields.
November Retail Sales Rebound, Jump 4.1% From 1 Year Ago
November Retail Sales Rebound, Jump 4.1% From 1 Year Ago
U.S. retail sales made a stronger-than-expected rebound in Nov, rising 0.3%. On an annual basis, total retail sales rose 4.1% - highest since Feb 2023. Excluding auto, retail sales rose 0.2%, up from flat reading in Oct. Markets price in 6 rate cuts by Fed in next yr.
July's Resilient Retail Sales Spark Speculation About Fed Policy, Amazon Prime Day Effect: 3 Hot Takes From Economists
July's Resilient Retail Sales Spark Speculation About Fed Policy, Amazon Prime Day Effect: 3 Hot Takes From Economists
Consumer spending maintained its robust momentum in July, as indicated by the latest retail sales data. Total sales grew by 0.7% month-on-month, the highest since January 2023, advancing from an upwardly revised 0.3% growth in June and sharply beating forecasts of 0.4%. In annual terms, retail sales soared 3.2%, smashing expectations of 1.5%.
US Retail Sales Accelerate, On Track For The Best Streak In Over A Year: Sector ETFs To Watch
US Retail Sales Accelerate, On Track For The Best Streak In Over A Year: Sector ETFs To Watch
Economists Debate Retail Sales Report While Traders Maintain Confidence In Upcoming Fed Hike
Economists Debate Retail Sales Report While Traders Maintain Confidence In Upcoming Fed Hike
Economists Are Expecting To See Monthly Growth In January's Retail Sales: What Does This Mean For Fed Policy?
Economists Are Expecting To See Monthly Growth In January's Retail Sales: What Does This Mean For Fed Policy?
Goldman Sachs: Groupon's Economics Are Getting Worse
Goldman Sachs: Groupon's Economics Are Getting Worse
Retail Sales Are A True Tell Sign Of The Economy
Retail Sales Are A True Tell Sign Of The Economy
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