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The engine of this economy — consumers — slowed in May. Consumer spending is responsible for more than two-thirds of gross domestic product in the U.S.
The decrease in retail spending was driven by a steep decline in car sales, just two months after consumers rushed to make car purchases before President Donald Trump’s tariffs were scheduled to go into effect.
Investors were closely watching monthly retail sales to see how consumers are responding to increased tariffs.
US retail sales fell for a second straight month in May, suggesting anxiety over tariffs and personal finances prompted consumers to pull back after an early-year spending rush.
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STORY: U.S. retail sales in May posted their biggest decline in four months, as consumers pulled back on some big-ticket items.A report from the Commerce Department on Tuesday showed U.S. retail sales fell 0.
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