Data released moments ago by the US Census Bureau showed that US retail sales rose in April to $757.1 billion, a 0.5% increase after a 1.7% rise in March, matching expectations. Sales were up 4.9% year-over-year compared to April 2025.

Core sales, excluding autos, also grew by 0.7% in April, compared to 1.9% in March, matching market expectations. Sales at food and beverage establishments rose by 2.7%, up from 2.4%.