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Retail sales show ‘off the chart’ gains vs. 2020

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demonstrates that household finances remain strong, and the economic recovery will likely continue to gain steam as we head into the summer months. Specifics from key retail sectors include: Clothing and clothing accessory stores were down 5.1% Furniture and home furnishings stores were down 0.7% year-over-year.

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Early holiday shopping boosts October retail sales

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Retail sales data for October reflects the enduring strength of consumers’ finances and willingness to spend as the holiday season gets underway,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. Sporting goods stores were up 1.5% General merchandise stores were up 0.8% Furniture and home furnishings stores were up 0.4%

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NRF: Retail sales rebounded in March

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Even with some stimulus money going to savings, consumers’ finances are healthy, and they are willing to spend. Specifics from key retail sectors include: Clothing and clothing accessory stores were up 18.3% Sporting goods stores were up 23.5% Furniture and home furnishings stores were up 5.9