Redbook: U.S. Retail Sales First 4 Weeks Oct +4.7% Vs Oct Year-Ago
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According to Redbook, U.S. retail sales for the first four weeks of October increased by 4.7% compared to the same period last year.
October 31, 2023 | 12:58 pm
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The increase in U.S. retail sales may indicate a positive economic outlook, which could potentially impact the SPY ETF.
The SPY ETF tracks the S&P 500, which is a broad representation of the U.S. stock market. An increase in retail sales suggests consumer confidence and spending are strong, which could lead to increased corporate revenues and potentially higher stock prices. Therefore, this news could have a positive impact on the SPY ETF.
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