Weak Retail-Sales Number Adds to Softening Economic Data
U.S. retail sales fell in July and consumer sentiment dropped in August, yet S&P 500 reached all-time highs on AI gains as inflation cools. For tech leaders: enterprise AI demand shows strength despite consumer weakness, signaling selective resilience in B2B tech spending amid broader macro headwinds.
Weak Retail-Sales Number Adds to Softening Economic Data
Economists had expected a small increase in retail sales, but July brought surprisingly sour news.
Consumer Sentiment Has Dropped in August, per Michigan Survey
Consumers' economic mood is weaker this month versus July, according to preliminary results from the University of Michigan's monthly survey.
S&P Steady After Record Close
U.S. Stocks Down After Retail Sales Data
Consumer Sentiment Climbed in July, per Michigan Survey
Consumer Sentiment Climbed in July, per Michigan Survey
Consumer Sentiment Improves in June as Gasoline Prices Moderate
Consumer Sentiment Improves Slightly in June but Remains Sluggish
Consumer Sentiment Improves Slightly in June but Remains Sluggish
