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August Retail Surge Amid Rising Costs | Wilmington News
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Retail sales surged in August with a 1.2% jump—surpassing economists’ 0.7% forecast—showing consumers are still spending big despite economic headwinds. Even excluding gas stations, which rose 1.1%, shoppers splurged on cars, clothes, furniture, and online purchases up 2.6%. This summer’s spending spree, fueled by tax refunds and events like the World Cup, hints at resilient consumer confidence. But clouds loom: soaring gas prices, especially diesel, are straining transportation and manufacturing, while inflation ticked up 0.4% last month. The question remains: can this momentum last if essentials keep getting pricier?
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https://www.wwaytv3.com/retail-sales-rise-a-better-than-expected-1-2-in-august-after-shoppers-pulled-back-spending-in-july/
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