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The Business Brief MONDAY, 17 AUGUST 2026
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Retail Sales Are Strong Despite Headlines To The Contrary

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Recent retail sales reports are misleading, as unadjusted monthly sales rose 0.9%. Year-over-year sales are up 5.2%, outpacing inflation and last year's growth.

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Forbes Business ·4h ago

Retail Sales Are Strong Despite Headlines To The Contrary

Recent retail sales reports are misleading, as unadjusted monthly sales rose 0.9%. Year-over-year sales are up 5.2%, outpacing inflation and last year's growth.