August Retail Surge Amid Rising Costs | Wilmington News

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? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wwaytv3.com/retail-sales-rise-a-better-than-expected-1-2-in-august-after-shoppers-pulled-back-spending-in-july/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/54a4a2aa60df35c6 Report issues to [email protected].