Redbook Retail Sales Index Up 7.6% YoY For Week Ended 8/15/26
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Why It Matters
Stores sold a lot more stuff this week than they did a year ago—about 7.6% more. When lots of people are shopping and buying things, it usually means people feel good about spending money, which can be a sign the whole economy is doing okay.
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