Retail sales rising more slowly than anticipated

U.S. retail sales saw a slight gain for the month of June, mostly from sale of cars and gas. The consumer price index also increased slightly.
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U.S. auto sales increase along with the consumer confidence index

U.S. auto sales rose for the eighth consecutive month as credit thaws, consumer confidence increases and gas prices remain stable. READ MORE...
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