Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services from the Census Bureau is the earliest estimate of monthly sales at retailers, restaurants and bars, by type of business.
It is the timeliest hard data on consumer spending. Retailers and restaurants can compare their own sales with their category, and suppliers can see where demand is heading.
Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services - September 2026: Insights for Business Owners
September 2026 retail and food services sales rose 0.8% month-over-month, signaling ongoing demand trends for business owners.
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Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services - August 2026: Insights for Business Owners
U.S. retail and food services sales rose 1.2% in August 2026, signaling ongoing consumer demand trends for business owners to consider.
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Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services - August 2026 Report for Business Owners
Retail and food services sales rose 1.2% in August 2026, signaling ongoing consumer demand trends for business owners to consider.
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