Across the US economy, a cluster of spending shifts is pointing to a slowdown, from weaker retail receipts to softer demand for cars, home improvement and even luxury goods. Taken together, these 13 ...

Bain projects US retail sales to grow 3.5% year over year in 2026, to $5.3 trillion, slightly down from estimated 4.0% growth in 2025. Volume growth will be modest, with inflation projected to hover ...