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Holiday Retail Sales Expected to Surpass $1 Trillion

Updated 2026-09-30 11:40 UTC 1 source Positive

CNBC forecasts that holiday retail sales will exceed $1 trillion this season, driven by inflation. This marks a significant milestone for the retail sector.

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Holiday retail sales are expected to top $1 trillion as inflation boosts growth

Holiday retail sales are expected to grow this holiday season and top $1 trillion for the first time, though that growth is boosted by inflation.

2026-09-30 11:30 UTC