Retail sales drop of 1.2% in December 2018 is worst drop in 9 years | MarketWatch

Retail sales in December 2018 dropped in every category except automobile dealers and home centers — the worst drop since September 2009. Macy's, Kohl's and Nordstrom reported disappointing sales. Surprisingly, there was a a 3.9% drop in Internet sales.


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