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US Retail Sales Rise 0.5 Percent in April, Match Consensus
US retail sales increased by 0.5% month-over-month in April 2026, matching the consensus estimate of 0.5%. This represents a slowdown from March’s 1.6% gain, a decrease of 1.1 percentage points. The April reading remains above the 12-month rolling average of 1.00%, indicating continued resilience in consumer spending. Growth was primarily driven by non-store retailers and motor vehicles, which contributed significantly to the overall increase. Compared to the same period last year, US retail sales continue to show robust consumer demand despite persistent inflationary pressures. Investors are closely watching upcoming Federal Reserve statements and additional economic data releases for further direction. Updated 5/14/26
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7-Day Forecast · May 24, 2026LIVE
EUR/USD→ FLAT1.1390–1.1843
BTC/USD▲ BULL75256.43–82811.58
AAPL▲ BULL298.17–318.72
XAU/USD▼ BEAR4528.49–4538.72
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7-DAY FORECASTLIVEMay 17, 2026 – May 24, 2026
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EUR/USD→ SIDEWAYS
1.1625
7-Day Zone
1.13901.1843
Target
1.1616
Invalidation
1.1276
R:R
0.0:1
Contains price ~83% of the time
BTC/USD▲ BULLISH
77999.66
7-Day Zone
75256.4382811.58
Target
82811.58
Invalidation
71478.85
R:R
0.7:1
Contains price ~74% of the time
AAPL▲ BULLISH
300.22
7-Day Zone
298.17318.72
Target
318.72
Invalidation
287.89
R:R
1.5:1
Contains price ~96% of the time
XAU/USD▼ BEARISH
4537.72
7-Day Zone
4528.494538.72
Target
4528.49
Invalidation
4543.84
R:R
1.5:1
