trade Imports set to hit new monthly and annual records as retail sales continue to increase August is expected to be the busiest month on record for imports and 2017 is on track to set a new annual high. Learn more
Economy Monthly Economic Review: July 2017 June had the most significant monthly retail jobs gain in 18 months. Learn more
consumer trends Retail sales in June up 3.2 percent over 2016 Retail sales down 0.2 percent in June from May Learn more
Imports could hit new record as busy merchants stock up July and August should be two of the busiest months ever for retail imports. Learn more
Economy Monthly Economic Review: June 2017 U.S. consumer spending: economic activity is expected to continue to grow. Learn more