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Retail Sales Increased 0.6% in July, Up 4.2% YOY

Retail Sales Increased 0.6% in July, Up 4.2% YOY

Washington, DC, August 15, 2017—Advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for July 2017 were $478.9 billion, an increase of 0.6% from the previous month, and 4.2% above July 2016, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Trade Sales & Manufacturers' Shipments Up 4.3% YOY in June

Trade Sales & Manufacturers' Shipments Up 4.3% YOY in June

Washington, DC, August 15, 2017—The combined value of distributive trade sales and manufacturers’ shipments for June was estimated at $1,356.8 billion, up 0.3% from May 2017 and was up 4.3% from June 2016, the U.S. Census Bureau announced.

Import Prices Ticked Up 0.1% in July

Import Prices Ticked Up 0.1% in July

Washington, DC, August 15, 2017—Prices for U.S. imports edged up 0.1% in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported, led by higher fuel prices, which more than offset lower prices for nonfuel imports.

Carlisle Announces New Hires

Carlisle Announces New Hires

Stoddard, NH, August 15, 2017—On the heels of launching its new soft surface division, Carlisle recently expanded its team, bringing in a group of new hires with vast industry and luxury brand experience.