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Retail sales last month rose less than expected
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 16, 2026
· 3 min read
By Bryan Mena, CNN
Washington (CNN) — Spending at US retailers last month was weaker than expected, despite the World Cup drawing tourists from around the world and online sales events.
Retail sales rose 0.2% in June from the prior month, the Commerce Department said Thursday, down sharply fr...
Key takeaway 2% in June from the prior month, the Commerce Department said Thursday, down sharply from May’s revised 1% increase.
Why this matters in The El Paso
In El Paso , the slower-than-expected retail sales growth may have implications for local businesses that rely on consumer spending. With a significant portion of the city's economy driven by retail and tourism, any decline in sales could impact employment and revenue for local stores and restaurants. The fact that online retailers saw a significant increase in sales, likely due to events like Amazon's Prime Day, may also pose a challenge for brick-and-mortar stores in El Paso that compete with e-commerce platforms. Furthermore, the decline in spending at gas stations and health and personal care stores could be particularly relevant for El Paso, given the city's proximity to the border and its role as a hub for regional commerce. As the Federal Reserve considers its next moves on interest rates, El Paso businesses and consumers will be watching closely to see how these decisions affect the local economy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? By Bryan Mena, CNN
Washington (CNN) — Spending at US retailers last month was weaker than expected, despite the World Cup drawing tourists from around the world and online sales events.
Retail sales rose 0.2% in June from the prior month, the Commerce Department said Thursday, down sharply fr...
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