Right now, the US tariff situation is constantly shifting, with limited exceptions being granted for certain manufacturers whose leaders are willing to bend the knee. While there is talk of some potential relief, global auto manufacturers have yet to be given a reprieve from a 25 percent tariff on vehicles assembled outside of the United States.

Retail and food service sales advanced at an unexpectedly high rate of 4.6% on a seasonally-adjusted basis in March, bringing the total year up 4.1% over previous year.