Data released moments ago by the US Census Bureau shows that US retail sales rose in March, reaching $752.1 billion, a 1.7% increase after a revised 0.7% rise in February (expectations were 1.4%). Sales were up 4% year-over-year compared to March 2025.

Core sales, excluding autos, also grew by 1.9% in March, compared to a revised 0.7% in November, exceeding market expectations. Sales at non-traditional stores rose by 10.1%, and sales at food and beverage outlets increased by 2.4%.