U.S. Retail and Food-Service Sales Rose 6.7% in June, Census Says
Advance Census Bureau data put June retail and food-service sales at $768.6 billion, with year-over-year growth but only a modest monthly increase within the margin of error.
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Restaurant industry lowers 2026 sales outlook after a tougher first half
The National Restaurant Association lowered its 2026 sales-growth projection to 4.3%, citing higher gasoline prices, household budget pressure and uneven customer traffic.