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USD: Core Retail Sales m/m

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Kacper MrukJune 17, 2026Updated: June 14, 20261 min read

Core Retail Sales m/m is an indicator that measures changes in retail sales, excluding food and energy. It is an important indicator of the economy's health, as consumer spending constitutes a large part of GDP. An increase in retail sales may suggest growing consumer purchasing power. **Watchlist:...

IndicatorValue
Forecast0.5%
Previous0.7%

Core Retail Sales m/m is an indicator that measures changes in retail sales, excluding food and energy. It is an important indicator of the economy's health, as consumer spending constitutes a large part of GDP. An increase in retail sales may suggest growing consumer purchasing power.

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Data on Core Retail Sales m/m indicates an increase of 0.7%, which is significantly above the forecasted 0.5% and the previous result. This outcome suggests a stronger-than-expected condition in the consumer sector, which may positively impact the perceived strength of the U.S. economy. In the immediate market reaction, a strengthening of the dollar and gains in stock indices can be anticipated, potentially attracting investments in riskier assets. It is important to monitor changes in market sentiment and reactions to DXY, which may indicate further directions in the context of monetary policy.

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