HOME > Economy Central Bank Watchers Eye Next Policy Meeting By Engy Raphael Follow Updated Aug 22, 2026 · 12:00 PM GMT+0000 0 SMALL MEDIUM LARGE Retail sales figures for the month came in roughly in line with forecasts, suggesting consumer demand remains stable heading into the next quarter. About the Author Engy Raphael Engy Raphael is an editorial contributor at Finanfidem, specializing in financial markets, investment research, and market trends. Other Articles to Read Emergency Fund Savings Show Signs of Strain CONTINUE TO READ Canadian dollar Weakens 0.47% CONTINUE TO READ Regulators Sketch Narrower Path for Stablecoin Issuers CONTINUE TO READ Student Loan Payments Reshape Household Budgets CONTINUE TO READ