US Retail Sales Rise by More Than Forecast in Broad Advance

The US Census Bureau will release advance monthly retail and food services sales on February 17, a key near-term read on consumer spending. Market participants should watch the print for signs of consumption strength or weakness that could influence consumer-discretionary stocks and short-term macro positioning; the article also included a photo of shoppers in SoHo on Feb. 13.

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The US Census Bureau will release advance monthly retail and food services sales on February 17, a key near-term read on consumer spending. Market participants should watch the print for signs of consumption strength or weakness that could influence consumer-discretionary stocks and short-term macro positioning; the article also included a photo of shoppers in SoHo on Feb. 13.