Depending on where you look, February’s retail results are a confusing mixed bag – up 0.2% on a seasonally-adjusted basis from January or down year-over-year unadjusted.

U.S. retail sales rebounded marginally in February as consumers pulled back on discretionary spending, reinforcing the growing uncertainty over the economy against the backdrop of tariffs and mass firings of federal government workers.

US retail sales rose by less than forecast in February and the prior month was revised lower, adding to concerns of a pullback in consumer spending.

Forever 21’s bankruptcy reveals how even the most successful retailers can lose their way when they stray from core competencies.

The operator of Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy on Sunday due to growing competition from foreign fast fashion companies, such as Shein and Temu.