US Retail Sales Exceed Expectations, NRF Projects Moderate Growth in 2024 Amid Rising Crime and Counterfeiting Concerns
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US retail sales for December 2023 exceeded expectations, rising by 0.6% from November to $615 million. This increase was 0.3% higher than November's sales, indicating the resilience of American shoppers and a positive financial start to the new year. Out of the 13 categories monitored, nine experienced sales increases, including clothing, fashion accessories, and non-store retailers. However, health and personal care shops saw a 1.4% decrease, and petrol station sales were down by 1.3%. Automotive and fuel sales increased by 4.9% annually, while spending at petrol stations dropped by 11.5% due to falling fuel prices. The strong retail sales figures may influence the US Federal Reserve to maintain its current interest rates.
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