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US Retail Sales Are Proving Resilient While Risks Mount

US retail sales growth likely moderated a touch in September, capping an otherwise solid quarter of spending by consumers who are nonetheless frustrated by high prices and anxious about job security.

Holiday shopper — Shoppers are feeling the impact of high prices, but not fully pulling back yet. (Getty Images)

Bloomberg

23 November 2025

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Economists expect a 0.4 percent increase in sales after the 0.6 percent gain a month earlier, based on the Bloomberg survey median estimate. Delayed for more than a month by the government shutdown, the Census Bureau is scheduled to issue the figures on Tuesday.

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UK Retail Sales Drop Unexpectedly as Shoppers Await Black Friday and Budget

Supermarkets, clothing stores and online mail order firms suffer sales declines as consumers delay purchases.

Elevating Physical Retail Strategies to Engage Brand Communities

Partnering with GGP, BoF explores how brands are reinvesting in retail to effectively communicate value to consumers and drive growth. In the third edition of this four-part series, BoF outlines key strategies for success — from training and empowering staff to creating meaningful, personalised in-store experiences and a sense of community.