Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services
U.S. retail and food services sales for August 2026 were $773.9 billion, up 1.2 percent (+/-0.4 percent) from the previous month. August 2026: +1.2 % Change July 2026 (r): -0.5 % Change
U.S. retail and food services sales for August 2026 were $773.9 billion, up 1.2 percent (+/-0.4 percent) from the previous month. August 2026: +1.2 % Change July 2026 (r): -0.5 % Change
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Why it matters
The August retail sales report is a key monthly macroeconomic data release that can influence Fed rate expectations and credit market conditions, especially amid systemic stress. The 1.2% increase following a prior decline suggests potential shifts in consumer spending trends relevant to credit professionals.
Sources
U.S. Census Bureau Economic Indicators
Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services
U.S. retail and food services sales for August 2026 were $773.9 billion, up 1.2 percent (+/-0.4 percent) from the previous month. August 2026: +1.2 % Change July 2026 (r): -0.5 % Change