Insight Report 2 minutes PremiumUS Gas Prices See a Double-Digit Increase, but Discretionary Spending Looks Solid Coresight Research May 15, 2018 Executive Summary US gas prices are seeing a double-digit increase year over year, threatening to pressure consumers’ disposable incomes. However, consumer sentiment and retail sales have so far held up, as tax reforms and solid economic growth provide an otherwise-benign environment. We remain bullish on the prospects for US retail in 2018. We expect total retail sales excluding automobiles and gasoline to rise by around 4.4% to $3.6 trillion. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Sportswear Brands in 1Q23: High Costs and Promotions Erode Margins, but Key Brands Remain Positive for Full-Year 2023US Healthcare: Real Estate Insights—Gyms, Malls, Grocers and More Enter the Retail Health SpaceIs China’s Stimulus Package Boosting Consumer Sentiment?: China Consumer Survey InsightsGroceryshop 2024: Wrap-Up—Exciting Tech Abounds, but the Physical Store Remains the Center of Commerce