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Retail sales increase 3.1 per cent in August

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Despite retail sales growing in August, businesses are still urging the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut interest rates to help the sector thrive through the holiday season. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), retail turnover increased 3.1 per cent with sales amounting to $5.75 billion. . per cent.

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What China’s latest retail sales reveal about changing consumer spending

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Reporting by the business media of retail sales and other economic data produced by governments in developing Asia is often too trusting. Officially then, China’s retail sales rose by 4.7 per cent in the first quarter, with consumer goods up 3.1 The online share of total retail sales is now 23 per cent.

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U.S. Retail Sales Down Slightly in May

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retail sales dipped 1.3 percent last month as the effect of the stimulus checks on consumer spending fades, reports CNN. The automotive sector was to blame for much of those losses as car sales dropped 3.7 Without auto sales, May numbers would be down 0.7 percent according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The post U.S.

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Retail Sales Saw July Decline

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Retail sales reportedly declined 1.1 Book stores, Musical instrument and sporting goods stores had a sales decrease of 1.9 Car and motor vehicle parts dealers’ sales fell 3.9 Online sales also had a decline of 3.1 percent increase in sales from this time a year ago. percent, reports CNBC. percent dip.

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U.K. Retail Sales Down Slightly in July

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retail sales dipped in July after hitting their highest level in nearly three years in June, reports Reuters. The Confederation of British Industry defied economists’ expectations that sales would drop more drastically this month. Retail Sales Down Slightly in July appeared first on Visual Merchandising and Store Design.

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U.K. Retail Sales Increase in June

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This was the latest sign that the success of the vaccination program is feeding through to stronger consumer confidence which, along with the re-opening of hospitality, is encouraging shoppers back onto the streets,” said Ben Jones, CBI Principal Economist. The post U.K.

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What Is Visual Merchandising?

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From the moment consumers step foot in a store, they start making purchasing decisions based on what they see. Using these elements to bring attention to your brand is called visual merchandising. It’s a crucial strategy to make your products stand out in a competitive retail space. Visual Merchandising Explained.