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U.S. Retail Sales Hit $1.88 Trillion, Ecommerce Surges

2/27/2025

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In the final quarter of 2024, U.S. retail sales soared to an impressive $1.88 trillion, marking a 1.8% rise from the previous quarter. Ecommerce thrived, reaching $308.9 billion—up 2.7%—and representing 16.4% of all retail sales. Compared to last year, ecommerce surged by 9.4%, while total retail sales climbed by 3.8%.

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Story summary

In the final quarter of 2024, U.S. retail sales soared to an impressive $1.88 trillion, marking a 1.8% rise from the previous quarter. Ecommerce thrived, reaching $308.9 billion—up 2.7%—and representing 16.4% of all retail sales. Compared to last year, ecommerce surged by 9.4%, while total retail sales climbed by 3.8%.