The truth behind the most recent retail sales report

A temporary slowdown in retail sales doesn't mean a recession is around the corner.

To view this email as a web page, click here     The True State of the Consumer Isn't Seen in Retail Sales   Recent metrics show consumer spending starting to slow, but that's not the whole story. In this week's article, learn: How much of an impact consumer spending has on the overall economy Which factors tell more about the state of the US consumer than retail sales Why households are in a much better place than spending measurements suggests     READ THE FULL STORY     Reasons Not to Worry About the Industrial Stall Ongoing angst in the industrial sector has led analysts to talk recession, but there are several reasons this slump likely isn't cause for alarm. LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE      Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy | Website  JPMorgan Chase, 10 S. Dearborn, Mail Code: IL1-0723, Commercial Banking Marketing, Chicago, IL 60603-3403, United States. The material contained herein is intended as a general market commentary, in no way constitutes J.P. Morgan research and should not be treated as such. Further, the information and any views contained herein may differ from that contained in J.P. Morgan research reports. ABOUT THIS MESSAGE: J.P. Morgan, Chase and JPMorgan Chase are marketing names for certain businesses of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its subsidiaries worldwide. Products and services may be provided by commercial bank affiliates, securities affiliates or other JPMC affiliates or entities. © 2019 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved.