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U.S. Retail Sales Growth Rate Forecast

Retail Sales Growth Forecast Values

Percent Change in Retail and Food Service Sales, Annual

Month Date Forecast Value Avg Error
0 Jan 2026 3.08 ±0.00
1 Feb 2026 3.85 ±0.49
2 Mar 2026 2.70 ±0.57
3 Apr 2026 3.00 ±0.62
4 May 2026 3.90 ±0.66
5 Jun 2026 4.20 ±0.68
6 Jul 2026 2.20 ±0.71
7 Aug 2026 3.40 ±0.72
8 Sep 2026 3.10 ±0.74

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