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A woman carries shopping bags in Manhattan in New York City, on Aug. 11, 2025. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz/File)
Jun 17, 2026

US retail sales rise in May despite Iran war impact

U.S. retail sales increased 0.9% in May, showing economic resilience despite the Iran war and oil price shocks, with strong auto and online sales.

A worker stocks a display of clothing at a Sam's Club, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in Bentonville, Ark. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Nov 11, 2025

Consumer sentiment tumbles close to record lows in latest survey

U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a three-year low in November as the prolonged government shutdown fueled financial pessimism and job market worries.

Shoppers peruse merchandise at a Kohl's in Ramsey, N.J., Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. (AP File Photo/Seth Wenig)
May 16, 2025

Retail sales slow in April after tariffs-related spending splurge

Meanwhile, Americans are increasingly gloomy about the economy’s prospects, according to sentiment surveys, but it’s not yet evident whether that will translate into reduced spending and slower economic growth.


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