US Retail Sales Fall by the Most in More Than a Year
US retail sales slipped 0.6% in July, the steepest drop in over a year, sparking debate over gas prices and an Amazon‑Prime hangover.
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US retail sales slipped 0.6% in July, the steepest drop in over a year, sparking debate over gas prices and an Amazon‑Prime hangover.
US consumer inflation is expected to reflect a slight increase for June, largely influenced by shifts in gasoline prices.
Donald Trump has ordered a Justice Department investigation into oil companies over allegations of gasoline price gouging.