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flag US retail sales rose 0.2% in February, underperforming expectations amid consumer concerns.

flag US retail sales increased by 0.2% in February, recovering slightly from a 1.2% decline in January, but the growth was lower than economists' expectations of a 0.7% rise. flag Sales at grocery stores, home and garden stores, and online retailers improved, while car dealerships, restaurants, and electronics saw declines. flag Despite a strong labor market with low layoffs and a 4.1% unemployment rate, consumer sentiment has dropped, with concerns over tariffs, inflation, and job security. flag The Federal Reserve is monitoring these trends closely before making any interest rate adjustments.

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