This indicator measures the monthly change in the value of goods held in inventory by retailers in the US.
Releases at
16:00
Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 16:00
Retail inventories reflect the supply side of consumer goods and can signal changes in demand or supply chain conditions.
Central banks and investors watch this data to gauge economic momentum; rising inventories might indicate slowing sales, while declining inventories could suggest strong consumer demand.
Inventory levels impact retailers' future production and ordering decisions, influencing broader economic activity and inflation pressures.
May signal weaker consumer demand, potentially negative for stocks and the US dollar.
Could indicate stronger sales and demand, potentially positive for stocks and the US dollar.
Likely to have a neutral impact on markets as it confirms current economic trends.