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Retail sales fell 0.3% in May amid surging inflation

Americans cut their spending unexpectedly in May compared with a month before, underscoring how surging inflation on daily necessities like gas is causing them to be more cautious about buying discretionary items.

Associated Press

Jun 15, 2022, 9:01 AM

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