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Redbook Retail Sales Index Up 8.7% YoY For Week Ended 8/1/26

Aug 4, 2026 · 08:44 AM ET· updated 2h ago

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People bought more stuff in stores this week compared to a year ago—spending went up 8.7%. When shoppers spend more money, it usually means the economy feels healthy, which can be a good sign for companies that sell things.

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