U.S. Economy

• Gasoline, autos drag on U.S. retail sales U.S. News
• U.S. consumer sentiment fell from in February from the 11-year high it reached in January Reuters
• U.S. jobless claims rise more than expected in latest week CNBC
• West Coast port slowdown could cost U.S. economy billions CBS News

Around the World

• The unbalanced global economy: American Shopper The Economist
• Eurozone economy sees growth pick up BBC News
• Europe’s last hope: only better fiscal policy can save the continent from further economic deterioration U.S. News
• After G-20, Lew says race to devalue a big mistake CNBC
• Brent crude oil tops $60 a barrel for first time in 2015; oversupply persists Reuters

Personal Finance

• Beware of tax email scams CNN Money