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U.S. headline retail sales grew 0.8% in September to $745.0 billion, while core retail sales increased by 0.9% to $605.2 billion. Key Takeaways Headline retail sales increased in September, up 0.8% to $745.0 billion.
The VanEck Retail ETF is rated 'Hold' due to persistent macro headwinds, muted consumer demand, and poor U.S. economic data. RTH's portfolio is top-weighted to big-box and e-commerce leaders, offering lower volatility (beta 0.77), but trades at a high P/E. Macro challenges—tariffs, energy prices, and shifting supply chains—are expected to keep retail costs elevated and margins pressured.
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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.
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Launched on December 20, 2011, the VanEck Retail ETF (RTH) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Retail segment of the equity market.