Insight ReportApril 2026 US Retail Sales: Electronics and Sporting Goods Lead Retail Growth as Consumers Tap Savings To Maintain Spending Levels Ristha Dsa, Data Manager Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 19, 2026 Reasons to ReadThis report offers a detailed analysis of US retail sales performance in April 2026, breaking down key trends by sector and providing insights into inflation trends affecting the market. Read this report to find answers to these questions: What were the year-over-year changes in total retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) between April 2025 and April 2026? How did retail sales perform across different sectors in March 2026 and April 2026? What are the estimated retail-only inflation trends from September 2025 to April 2026? Other relevant research: Our monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. 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: 4Q25 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: 80% of Companies Grow Sales and About 75% Beat EPS Consensus Amid Broad Strength in Discount, Specialty Apparel and Value RetailHoliday 2025 Survey Insights: Shopping Continues To Accelerate as the Homestretch Approaches2026 Retail Predictions: Europe—Five Pillars for Resilience Amid Heightened Contextual ChallengesConsumer Sentiment Flatlines Ahead of Big Tariff Reveal; Plus, Mass Merchandisers and Wholesale Clubs in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights
