Retail sales are expected to be up 0.3% in October, real consumption up 2%
Morgan Stanley economists are expecting retail sales to rise 0.3% in October, while real consumption is expected to rise 2% ...
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Retail Sales: Definition, Measurement, and Use As an Economic Indicator
Carl Court/ Getty Images Retail sales are an economic metric that tracks consumer demand for finished goods. This figure is a very important data set as it is a key monthly market-moving event.