US stocks presented a mixed picture as investors digested delayed economic data and renewed optimism in AI. Retail sales and inflation figures vied for attention amidst growing expectations of a December rate cut by the Federal Reserve.
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq mixed with retail sales, inflation data in focus
In September, US retail sales experienced a slowdown, signaling potential shifts in consumer spending behavior. This article breaks down the key insights from the Financial Times, offering an in-depth analysis of what's happening in the mar...
US Retail Sales Growth Slowed in September as Car Sales Declined
U.S. retail sales saw a modest increase of 0.5% in July, according to recent data. While this marks the second consecutive month of growth after a spring slowdown, the figures fell slightly short of economists' forecasts. This article exami...
Retail sales rise 0.5% in July, missing forecasts but marking second-straight monthly gain after spring slide
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Retail sales slow sharply in April as pre-tariff spending burst reverses
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Recent data reveals an unexpected turn in the UK's economic landscape. Despite forecasts predicting a downturn and prevailing consumer gloom, British retail sales saw a surprising increase in February 2025, suggesting potential resilience i...