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Retail had a 'surprisingly robust' first quarter, but the real test is ahead as tax refunds dry up

CNBC Business June 1, 2026 · 9:00 am Read Original
Bullish 65.4
−100 Bearish 0 +100 Bullish

The retail industry saw strong first-quarter sales and profits, but high tax refunds and buy now, pay later helped mask underlying consumer weakness.

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Source CNBC Business
Published Jun 1, 2026 · 9:00 am
Article ID gshdtcn
Original URL Open source
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Bullish 65.4
−100Neutral+100
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