Pro Tip
Retail Sales is an early indicator of the economy health and probable direction to come.
Retail Sales, a leading indicator for economic health
The retail sales report is a measure of all sales by U.S. retail stores. Its rise and fall can have a direct impact on the stock market, or at least the retail sector. When sales are higher, consumers are spending more and companies tend to perform better. When sales are lower, the reverse is true.
