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Retail Sales Strong, But Are Shoppers Getting Wary?

Retail Sales Strong, But Are Shoppers Getting Wary?

Update: 2025-09-12
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Retail Therapy or Economic Reality Check? August retail sales defied expectations, jumping despite economic jitters, fueled by back-to-school shopping and tariff fears. But beneath the surface, are consumers tightening their belts, prioritizing needs over wants as economic confidence dips? With a crucial Federal Reserve meeting looming, will a predicted interest rate cut be enough to keep the economy afloat as rising prices loom? Find out how savvy shopping habits and economic anxieties are shaping the future of spending.

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Retail Sales Strong, But Are Shoppers Getting Wary?

Retail Sales Strong, But Are Shoppers Getting Wary?