The retail sales figures suggest that Americans as a whole are still willing and able to boost their spending.

September’s retail sales report provided the first official read on consumer spending in two months after the government shutdown paused a broad range of economic releases.

By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. retail sales increased less than expected in September, suggesting consumer ...

Key monthly metrics from the US government continue to be released now that the shutdown has ended. Next up: September wholesale inflation and retail sales.

US labour pressures remain; EU retail sales rise; Australian household spending up; supply chain pressures ease; but freight ...

US retail sales showed surprising strength during the back-to-school season – a sign that Trump’s tariffs haven’t yet cowed shoppers as the Federal Reserve weighs a decision on cutting rates.

Overall, the report showed a dip in consumer sentiment in August to 58.6 points from 61.7 in July. The reading bottomed out at 52.2 in the spring. Despite solid US retail sales in July, some analysts ...

WASHINGTON D.C. — US retail sales increased solidly in July, supported by strong demand for motor vehicles as well as promotions by Amazon.com and Walmart, though a softening labor market and higher ...

US retail sales grew more strongly than expected in August, underscoring the resilience of consumer spending even as broader economic conditions showed signs of weakness. The Census Bureau reported ...