US Retail Sales Control Group MoM (Feb) M/M 0.5% (Prev. 0.3%)

The US Retail Sales Control Group for February came in at a 0.5% increase, surpassing the previous month's growth of 0.3%.

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US President Trump says new Iran President has asked for a ceasefire; US will consider when Hormuz is open

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UK to host coalition talks on securing Strait of Hormuz, FT reports; Other countries including France, Netherlands and Gulf states have been involved in private discussions over what naval assets would be willing to provide to any potential coalition

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US Retail Sales Control Group MoM (Feb) M/M 0.5% (Prev. 0.3%)

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Petrobras (PBR) raises its jet fuel prices by approximately 55%

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BoE Governor Bailey says he still thinks markets are getting ahead of themselves by pricing in rate hikes, according to a Reuters interview

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This stronger print indicates potential resilience in consumer spending, which could have implications for growth forecasts and monetary policy as the Fed assesses inflationary pressures against economic activity.

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