Since the retail sales report isn't adjusted for inflation, some of the increase reflects higher prices. Sporting goods ...

The automaker's fourth-quarter sales also fell. The poor results are in contrast with Ford, GM and many other automakers.

Retail sales rose 0.7% in November ... At the same time, there were some signs of consumer caution, as sales at grocery stores, clothing shops, and restaurants fell. Outside of car dealers ...

Retail sales rose 0.7% in November ... another solid gain in the final three months of this year. There are some signs of sluggishness in the job market, as hiring has weakened since last summer ...

Retail sales rose 0.7% in November ... At the same time, there were some signs of consumer caution, as sales at grocery stores, clothing shops, and restaurants fell. Outside of car dealers ...

Retail Sales Rose at Healthy Pace Last Month in Latest Sign of US Economy's Health WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumers stepped up their spending at retail stores last month, providing a boost to the ...