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rnz.co.nzU.S. Retail Sales Climb 1.7% in March 2026, Surpassing Estimates with Core Sales Up 1.9%
U.S. retail sales increased 1.7% month-over-month in March 2026, beating estimates of 1.4%, while core retail sales rose 1.9%. Pending home sales grew 1.5% month-over-month but fell 1.1% year-over-year. Used electric vehicle sales jumped 20% in the first quarter of 2026 compared…
vancouversun.comU.S. Retail Sales Rise 1.7% in March 2026, Boosted by Gas Prices, Tax Refunds and Weather
U.S. retail sales rose 1.7% in March 2026 from February, largely driven by a 15.5% increase at gas stations amid the ongoing Iran war. Excluding gas, sales grew 0.6%. The report, released on April 21, 2026, reflects the war's impact on consumer spending.
seekingalpha.comU.S. Stocks Rise as March Retail Sales Exceed Estimates
U.S. stock indices opened higher on Tuesday following stronger-than-expected retail sales data for March. The Dow Jones led gains amid positive market imbalances and sector movements. Specific stocks like Lobo Technologies and Local Bounti saw significant increases.