U.S. retail sales gains slowed in October
November 17, 2020
Retail sales increased 0.3 percent in October, according to the latest figures from the Commerce Department. The gain marked the sixth consecutive month of sales growth, albeit at a lower clip than in previous reports. Sporting good and clothing sales fell 4.2 percent during the month and grocery’s numbers were off 0.4 percent.
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