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Retail Sales Surge in U.S.

Updated 2026-09-16 12:55 UTC 1 source Positive

U.S. retail sales surged in August, marking the biggest increase in five months. This growth suggests continued economic momentum and consumer confidence heading into autumn.

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Retail sales surged toward the end of summer. Economy still has plenty of momentum.

Sales at U.S. retailers surged in August and posted the biggest increase in five months, offering another piece of evidence suggesting the economy sped up toward the end of summer.

2026-09-16 12:42 UTC