Holiday sales seen rising 4.1 percent in 2012
The National Retail Federation projects a 4.1 percent increase in November and December holiday sales versus last year. Retailers face economic uncertainty, with job growth weak and inflation rising, while shoppers like Darlene Johnson plan tighter holiday budgets.
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U.S. auto sales rise as cheap loans and fuel efficient models spur new purchases while August home prices show a continued rebound. Analysts credit rising confidence, but growth remains fragile with 8.1 percent unemployment and fiscal cliff risks looming ahead.
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