US retail sales rose in August, driven by consumer demand and easing inflation despite slower job growth.
Clothing and accessories saw a 2.13 per cent month-over-month increase, while online sales grew by 1.49 per cent.
Core retail sales rose 0.17 per cent month-over-month and 1.93 per cent year-over-year.
NRF expects steady consumer spending due to low unemployment and wage growth.