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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 Aug 2026 5.30 ±0.00
1 Sep 2026 5.10 ±0.49
2 Oct 2026 4.00 ±0.57
3 Nov 2026 4.60 ±0.62
4 Dec 2026 3.10 ±0.66
5 Jan 2027 2.30 ±0.68
6 Feb 2027 2.10 ±0.71
7 Mar 2027 2.30 ±0.72
8 Apr 2027 2.60 ±0.74

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