Christian Science Monitor |
US retail sales data points to improving economy
Reuters These "core" retail sales usually mirror more comprehensive measures of consumer spending, so Tuesday's report suggests the economy could be regaining steam after tax hikes and federal budget cuts dragged on growth in the first half of the year. Signs of Improving Economy Keep Fed on Track to Ease in September Retail sales up; consumers could boost economy Spotlight on the economy: Retail sales to show health of consumer |