Retail Sales
The American consumer remains the bedrock of the economy, showing unexpected vigor even during a period of intense political and economic uncertainty. According to the long-delayed November 2025 retail sales report released by the Commerce Department this week, U.S. retail sales rose by 0.6% month-over-month, reaching a total
Retail Sales
The American consumer has once again proven to be the bedrock of the national economy, delivering a surprising 0.6% increase in retail sales for November 2025. This figure, released on January 14, 2026, significantly outperformed Wall Street’s consensus estimate of 0.4%, signaling that neither a record-breaking 43-day
PPI report
The financial markets experienced a significant downturn on January 14, 2026, as investors grappled with a dense "data dump" following a 43-day federal government shutdown. The simultaneous release of the November 2025 Producer Price Index (PPI) and Retail Sales reports painted a picture of an economy that is
Retail Sales
In a stunning display of economic resilience, U.S. retail sales surged past consensus estimates in the closing months of 2025, effectively cementing a "soft landing" scenario as the calendar turns to 2026. Despite a labor market that has cooled to its slowest hiring pace in over two
Retail Sales
The American consumer remains the bedrock of the economy, as evidenced by a surprise jump in November retail sales data released today, January 14, 2026. Despite a backdrop of political uncertainty and a 43-day federal government shutdown that delayed the reporting cycle, the figures revealed a robust appetite for spending.
Retail Sales
In a stunning display of economic endurance, the American consumer has propelled holiday spending past the historic $1 trillion mark, despite a year defined by high interest rates and a paralyzing 43-day federal government shutdown that ended in late 2025. Data released on January 14, 2026, reveals that retail sales
Consumer Sentiment
As the 2025 calendar winds down, a surprising uptick in consumer optimism is providing a much-needed tailwind for the U.S. stock market. Despite a year characterized by persistent "pocketbook issues" and recessionary fears, the final University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment report for December, released on December 19,
Retail Sales
Recent retail sales data for October 2025 has unveiled a picture of stagnation, with overall figures remaining flat compared to the previous month. This unexpected plateau, falling short of economists' modest expectations for a slight increase, has sent a ripple of uncertainty through financial markets. While the headline number
Financial Markets
November 25, 2025 – The highly anticipated, albeit significantly delayed, September 2025 retail sales report has finally landed, painting a picture of moderating consumer spending that sent a ripple of caution through financial markets. Released today, November 25, 2025, after a protracted 43-day government shutdown, the data revealed a weaker-than-expected performance,
S&P 500
New York, NY – November 25, 2025 – The S&P 500 finds itself in a delicate balance, reacting to a mixed bag of economic data that paints a nuanced picture of the U.S. economy. Recent reports, notably the delayed September retail sales and Producer Price Index (PPI), have provided
Mexico
Mexico's retail sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, experiencing a significant and sustained surge in sales from 2023 through mid-2025. This unexpected buoyancy, particularly in key consumer-driven categories, signals a robust underlying strength in the Mexican economy, even as broader economic challenges persist. The retail expansion has not only
Mexico
Mexico's retail sales have recently demonstrated a notable surge in specific sectors, offering a glimmer of economic resilience amidst a backdrop of broader national economic contraction and fluctuating consumer confidence. This uptick, particularly evident in online sales and durable goods, has sparked cautious optimism among market observers, suggesting