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47 High Impact Event
Trading US Retail Sales on Prop Firms
Retail Sales measures the change in the total value of sales at the retail level. It is the primary gauge of consumer spending, which accounts for the majority of overall economic activity in the US. Strong retail sales signal economic growth, often leading to a stronger USD and lower gold prices.
Core vs Headline
Always check "Core Retail Sales" (excluding automobiles). Auto sales are highly volatile and can distort the underlying trend.
Revisions Matter
Retail sales data is notoriously subject to large revisions. The market will often react to a revision of the previous month's data as much as the current month's print.
Holiday Season Impact
The November, December, and January reports (covering the holiday shopping season) are the most closely watched and volatile releases of the year.
Release Info
Region: US | Frequency: Monthly | Usual Time: 08:30 AM EST
Find Your Perfect Firm47 Results
| # | Firm | Rating | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | FTMO 19/10% off | 4.8 | |
2 | 4.8 | ||
3 | 4.6 | ||
4 | 4.8 | ||
5 | 4.8 | ||
6 | 4.2 | ||
7 | 4.8 | ||
8 | 4.4 | ||
9 | 4.6 | ||
10 | 4.5 | ||
11 | 4.5 | ||
12 | 4.5 | ||
13 | 4.7 | ||
14 | 4.7 | ||
15 | 4.8 | ||
16 | 4.6 | ||
17 | 4.5 | ||
18 | 4.5 | ||
19 | 4.5 | ||
20 | 4.3 | ||
21 | 4.3 | ||
22 | 4.4 | ||
23 | 4.5 | ||
24 | 4.8 | ||
25 | 4.4 | ||
26 | 4.5 | ||
27 | 4.6 | ||
28 | 4.4 | ||
29 | 4.4 | ||
30 | 4.5 | ||
31 | 4.3 | ||
32 | 4.4 | ||
33 | 4.5 | ||
34 | 4.6 | ||
35 | 4.7 | ||
36 | 4.4 | ||
37 | 4.4 | ||
38 | 4.7 | ||
39 | 4.6 | ||
40 | 4.5 | ||
41 | 4.5 | ||
42 | 4.4 | ||
43 | 4.5 | ||
44 | 4.6 | ||
45 | 4.4 | ||
46 | 4.5 | ||
47 | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is US Retail Sales restricted on prop firm accounts?
Yes, it is generally considered a Tier-1 event and will trigger the 2-minute blackout window on firms that enforce news trading rules.
How do Retail Sales affect US indices?
Strong retail sales boost consumer discretionary stocks, lifting the S&P 500 and NASDAQ. However, if sales are "too strong," markets may fear inflation and Fed rate hikes, causing a sell-off.