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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.


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