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US retail sales rose in September, but grocery bills ate the gains
Original: Retail sales up in September — but a big chunk of spending went to an essential bill
US retail sales rose in September, but a large share of consumer spending went toward an essential bill rather than discretionary purchases. The New York Post reports the increase masked a shift toward necessities, suggesting households are prioritising must-pay costs like groceries or utilities over optional shopping as price pressures persist.
Why now: The figures suggest consumer resilience is weaker than headline numbers imply, with spending diverted to essentials.
Evidence
- Retail sales up in September — but a big chunk of spending went to an essential bill · New York Post
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