30 day stock events
-- Event: US Census Bureau August Retail Sales Report on September 15, 2026. -- Impact: Retail sales measure the strength of the US consumer, which drives two--thirds of GDP. Positive data would suggest that high interest rates have not yet crippled discretionary spending, supporting a "soft landing" economic thesis and benefiting retail stocks. -- Expected Outcome: A consensus forecast of a 0.3% increase in headline sales, driven by back--to--school spending and stable labor conditions.