U.S. retail sales rise 1.4% in March as shoppers stocked up ahead of tariffs
Surge in auto and electronics purchases drives retail gains
- By: Anne D’innocenzio, The Associated Press
- April 16, 2025 April 16, 2025
- 09:39
Surge in auto and electronics purchases drives retail gains
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