US wholesale inventories widened during February, signaling a continued buildup of goods among merchants despite improved sales, according to data released Thursday by the US Census Bureau.
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US Wholesale Sales & Inventories - February 2026 |
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Item |
January 2026 |
February 2026 |
Monthly Change |
Yearly Change |
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Inventories ($ bln) |
911.9 |
919.6 |
+0.8% |
+1.8% |
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Sales ($ bln) |
731.6 |
751.9 |
+2.7% |
+8.8% |
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Inventory-to-Sales Ratio (Months) |
1.25 |
1.22 |
- |
- |
The data meant a relative improvement in demand within the US economy. Sales grew at a faster pace than inventories, reflecting the market's ability to absorb supply with higher efficiency.
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