INSIGHTS Retail Sales Grew in September as Consumers Seek Value Buys By Staff Thursday, October 24, 2024 11:46 AM “While there have been some signs of tightening in consumer spending, September’s numbers show consumers are willing to spend where they see value.”Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist at the National Retail Federation, commented on data released by the U.S. Census Bureau showing retail sales increased again in September as employment grew and inflation and interest rates fell.