Retail spending falls by $160 million in April after March fuel spike
19 May 2026 at 00:30
Consumables saw the largest drop, with spending down $60m or 2.1%.
Retail spending fell after spiking in March, with spending on services falling by 3%.
Retail spending fell after spiking in March, with spending on services falling by 3%.
Retail spending fell after spiking in March, with spending on services falling by 3%.
Retail spending fell after spiking in March, with spending on services falling by 3%.




