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U.S. retail sales rise again, but higher gas prices and inflation play a big role

Market Watch May 14, 2026 · 12:41 pm Read Original
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U.S. retail sales rise again, but higher gas prices and inflation play a big role

Sales at retailers rose in April for the third month in a row, but the increase stemmed in large part from drivers spending more on gasoline because of higher prices. Spending was on the softer side after adjusting for inflation.

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Source Market Watch
Published May 14, 2026 · 12:41 pm
Article ID zum4ju0
Original URL Open source
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Strong Bullish 82.4
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