Manufacturing growth sinks to two-year low in July
The Institute for Supply Management reports U S manufacturing activity at 50.9 in July, lowest since 2009 and signaling slowing growth. New orders shrank for the first time since the recession ended as inventories, output, employment, and prices paid grew more slowly.
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Gap tags denim line with online reality style videos
Gap launches a 30 video online documentary series from its Pico Creative Loft in Los Angeles. The clips feature designers discussing the 1969 denim line and new items priced from 59.50 to 89.95. The campaign streams on Facebook YouTube and Hulu after a management shake up.
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Auto industry tops consumer complaint list again this year
Consumer protection groups report the auto sector leads complaints for 2010, followed by credit and debt issues. The survey cites misrepresented ads, faulty repairs, and leasing disputes as key auto faults, with over half a million complaints across 18 states and more than 208 million in restitution.
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Biggest Consumer Complaints Sparked by Prices and Service
Belmont residents voice fury over high gas prices and restaurant costs. They report poor customer service at Barnes & Noble and Airlines nickel and dime policies. Thomasville and Belmont residents cite price disparities and weak support as common issues.
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