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US retail sales rise modestly in August 2026
Original: US retail sales climb modestly in August 2026, core sales up 3.47% YoY
United States retail sales increased modestly in August 2026, with core retail sales rising 3.47% year-on-year, according to a report by Fibre2Fashion. The figures point to continued, though measured, growth in American consumer spending. The modest pace suggests demand is holding steady without overheating, a reading economists and industry watchers typically weigh against inflation and interest-rate expectations.
Why now: Fresh monthly retail sales data is being released and analysts are assessing the health of US consumer demand.
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