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Retail Industry Sees Strong First Quarter Despite Consumer Weakness

Updated 2026-06-01 09:20 UTC 2 sources Neutral

The retail industry experienced a robust first quarter with strong sales and profits. However, high tax refunds and buy now, pay later options masked underlying consumer weakness.

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