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Q2 2026 e-commerce hit $340.2B as AI assistants move toward placing orders
In Q2 2026, U.S. e-commerce sales reached $340.2 billion. AI assistants are evolving from handling customer service to facilitating shopping transactions. This shift could enhance efficiency in online shopping experiences.
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U.S. e-commerce sales amounted to $340.2 billion in Q2 2026.
AI assistants are transitioning from customer service roles to placing orders.
The integration of AI in e-commerce could streamline checkout processes.
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- Quarterly Retail E-Commerce Sales Report (Q2 2026) ↗· U.S. Census Bureau
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