WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Retail sales rose more than expected in February as Americans bought motor vehicles and a range of other goods even as they paid more for gasoline, suggesting consumer spending this quarter will hold up despite higher taxes.
February Retail Sales Post Largest Gain In Five Months
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Wed, 03/13/2013 - 5:55am
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