US retail sales highlights consumer caution
Consumer caution about spending power and jobs suggests retail sales will remain subdued
Crushed confidence heightens US consumer spending worries
US consumer confidence is under major pressure
US: Subdued start to 2025
Cold weather and the LA fires probably prompted weak retail sales in January; confusion over tariff timing may also play a role
The US consumer faces some financial headwinds, but they set them aside to spend more than expected in June
Remarkably strong retail sales numbers for March means the Federal Reserve is in no position to carry through with interest rate cuts anytime soon
Weakness in US investment keeps the focus on the consumer
US retail sales confirms 4% GDP growth is on the cards
