Consumer Spending Remains Resilient Amid Shifting Demand Patterns in May, Reports Circana

Overall retail spending rose 1.3% year over year, while unit demand declined 1.5%, signaling a more selective and value-conscious shopper. CHICAGO, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. consumers continued to spend in May despite mounting economic pressures, underscoring ongoing resilience even as purchasing behaviors evolve. Overall retail spending rose 1.3% year over year, while unit demand declined 1.5%, signaling a more selective and value-conscious shopper, according to Circana, LLC. May s