US retail sales in August 2025 exceeded expectations, rising by 0.6% from the previous month, according to the Commerce Department. This marks the third consecutive month of solid gains, driven by consumer spending across various sectors, including automobiles, apparel, online retail, and dining.
Core retail sales, which exclude automobiles, gasoline, building materials, and food services, also increased by 0.7%, reflecting continued consumer resilience. However, analysts caution that the boost may be partly due to higher prices, amid rising inflation and tariffs, Reuters reported.
