Slowdown Bites June Retail As Stocks Face Markdowns
National consumer buying weakened in June hitting apparel and soft goods. Wall Street saw selling in K Mart and J. C. Penney as analysts noted slower sales growth, with Sears weathering better due to durability focus and regional strength.
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