Retail sales in the US rose by 0.6% in February, surpassing expectations and indicating resilient consumer demand despite looming geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing war in Iran. This increase marks the most significant growth in seven months and reflects a broader advance across various sectors. However, analysts caution that the conflict in Iran could adversely affect future spending. The report highlights a steady rebound in retail sales, suggesting that consumers were active in February, even as concerns about the impact of the war linger.