Consumers rushed to stores and car dealers before tariffs made their presence felt.
Retail Sales Jumped in March: April 14 – 18
Employers Employed More Employees: March 31 – April 4
As trade conditions deteriorated, job creation did not abate in February.
Consumers Pause as Sentiment Struggles: March 24 – 28
Consumer spending wobbled and inflation remained above target in February.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 