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High gas prices soak up more retail-sales dollars — and restaurants are paying the bill

Market Watch June 17, 2026 · 12:51 pm Read Original
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High gas prices soak up more retail-sales dollars — and restaurants are paying the bill

Americans are spending more on gas and eating out less, a sign of stress on the economy tied to the conflict with Iran that’s forced consumers to shift more dollars to needs instead of wants.

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Published Jun 17, 2026 · 12:51 pm
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