Insight ReportMay 2021 US Retail Sales: Total Sales Up 20% over Two Years Coresight Research June 16, 2021 Reasons to ReadUsing data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in May 2021. This report covers the following: US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year and two-year growth US total retail sales including gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year change US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—month-over-month change Retail sales growth by sector, including two-year growth Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators, focusing on the US, the UK and China. Click here to view our full collection of monthly reports. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Analyst Corner: Why India Retail is Primed for a Blockbuster Festive-Sale Season, with Manik BhatiaRecent Conference Insights, from World Retail Congress to ICSC Las Vegas: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, June 2025US Store Tracker Extra, January 2025: 50+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space Slated To Close This Year2026 Sector Outlook: US Beauty Retailing—Fragrance, GLP-1 and Science-Led Innovation To Drive Expansion
