Retail Sales Rise in October as Consumer Spending Stays Strong [Video]

American consumers boosted their spending last month, signaling continued growth in the nation’s economy, according to new data by the country’s Commerce Department.

It reported that retail sales rose 0.4 percent from September to October, a solid but slightly slower pace compared to the 0.8 percent increase in the previous month.

While the overall rise was more moderate, a 1.6 percent surge in sales at auto dealerships played a major role in the gain.

Other sectors also saw notable increases: electronics and appliance stores posted a 2.3 percent jump, while restaurants and bars experienced a 0.7 percent boost in sales.

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