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Despite economic headwinds, U.S. holiday sales are projected to cross $1 trillion for the first time. Here are ETFs to watch.

U.S.-China trade talks could ease tariff pressures, putting semiconductor, technology, retail and auto ETFs in focus as investors assess the potential impact on China-exposed companies.

U.S. headline retail sales rebounded in August, up 1.2% to $773.9 in August, while core retail sales increased by 1.4%. Key Takeaways Headline retail sales increased in August, up 1.2% to $773.9 billion.

U.S. holiday retail sales are expected to grow by as much as 4.8% this year, Deloitte said on ​Thursday, as rising disposable incomes help support spending in ‌the crucial shopping season despite consumers' continued focus on value.

We're more than halfway through 2026, and retail leaders are confronting a familiar challenge with new urgency: how do you keep moving forward amid persistent uncertainty while proving that investments in AI are delivering real business value?