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Sales fall for thirteenth month running in November German sales remain flat while Italy records another severe fall Rate of decline in France slows to weakest in five months Summary of November findings The Eurozone retail sector remained stuck in a sharp downturn during the penultimate month of 2012, according to Markit’s PMI® data. Sales fell for the thirteenth consecutive month, and remained well below the level seen one year earlier.
Output and new orders both continue to decline Capital goods producers register sharpest falls in production and sales Inventories and employment cut amid subdued economic outlook Summary: Operating conditions in the Japanese manufacturing sector continued to worsen in November. The deterioration was driven by falls in output, new orders and employment as the economic climate remained difficult. Amid an uncertain outlook, manufacturers also cut inventory levels and lowered purchasing activity.
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