U.S. shoppers opened their wallets for the third consecutive month, shrugging off concerns about tariffs and the broader economy.
Retail sales increased by 0.6 percent in August, according to Department of Commerce data released on Sept. 16.
August Retail Sales Beat Forecasts with 0.6 Percent Increase
‘This is further evidence that we shouldn’t underestimate the strength of the consumer,’ says Bankrate’s Ted Rossman.
People shop at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minn., on Aug. 29, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times
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Andrew Moran has been writing about business, economics, and finance for more than a decade. He is the author of "The War on Cash."
