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Retail Sales Report Shows Weaker Numbers Than Expected

Retail Sales Report Shows Weaker Numbers Than Expected

by shenal.tissera | Feb 19, 2025 | Featured, Retail

Retail sales had their worst start of the year since 2014, falling more than the modest decline expected by economists. Sales were down 0.9% from December, according to data from the Commerce Department, which includes sales online, in stores and at restaurants. But...

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