Tag Archives: Retail

COTD: Amazon Eating Retail

(COTD = Chart of the Day) It’s important to note that Amazon still only boasts a 5 percent share of total retail sales, excluding food, across the country, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Sanderson said. – CNBC … Continue reading

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The Tale of Two Americas

We were at Borders books today as they liquidate the last of their inventory.  They’re literally selling the furniture, including the local store’s commercial espresso maker for $3,000.   The place was fairly busy, which goes to show robust spending … Continue reading

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