Key Insights
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February 2026 retail sales rose 0.6%, reversing January's 0.1% decline.
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Core control sales, a GDP component, increased by 0.5%, or 0.2% adjusted for inflation.
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Wage growth remains strong, bolstering consumer demand despite slower employment growth.
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AI Analysis
Medium Risk
Retail sales are expected to continue growing in the short term, supported by strong wage gains and resilient consumer demand. However, geopolitical t...
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Market Outlook
Short-Term
The March FOMC meeting on the 19th will be the next major catalyst.
Long-Term
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Affected Sectors
RetailConsumer DiscretionaryEnergy
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