- Retail sales in the US increased at a softer rate than expected in February.
- The dollar index remains in negative terrain about 103.50.
The Retail sales in the United States (USA) increased 0.2% in February At 722.7 billion dollars, the US Census Office announced on Monday. This figure followed the 1.2% decrease reported in January, worsening the market expectation of an increase of 0.7%. In interannual terms, retail sales increased 3.1% after growing 3.9% in the previous reading.
“Total sales for the period from December 2024 to February 2025 increased 3.8% compared to the same period last year,” said the press release. “Retail sales increased 0.5% compared to January 2025, and 3.4% compared to last year.”
Market reaction
This report failed to trigger a remarkable reaction in the market. At the time of the publication, the dollar index was lowering 0.15% in the day to 103.58.
Economic indicator
Retail sales (MOM)
This survey of goods sold by retail merchants publishing the Census Bureau It is based on a sample of retail stores of different types and is considered an indicator of the economy growth rate. It shows the performance of the retail sector in the short and medium term. A result superior to the market consensus is bullish for the dollar, while a lower result is bassist.
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Last publication: Lun Mar 17, 2025 12:30
Frequency: Monthly
Current: 0.2%
Dear: 0.7%
Previous: -0.9%
Fountain: US Census Bureau
Retail Sales Data Published by The US Census Bureau is a leading indicator that Gives Importion Information about consumer spending, which has a significant impact on the GDP. Although Strong Sales Figures Are Likely to Boost The USD, External Factors, Such As Weather Conditions, Could Distort The Data and Paint A Misleading Picture. IN ADDITION TO THE HEADLINE DATA, CHANGES IN THE RETAIL SALES CONTROL GROUP COULD TRIGGER A MARKET REACTION AS IT IS USED TO PREPARE THE ESTIMATES OF PERSONAL CONSUMPTION EXPECTURES FOR MOST GOODS.
Source: Fx Street
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