U.S. Retail Sales Fell 1.1% in December
Retail sales fell in a weak finish to the holiday shopping season, as consumers spent less on vehicles, gasoline and furniture.
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### Instruction: U.S. Retail Sales Fell 1.1% in December

### Response: Retail sales fell in a weak finish to the holiday shopping season, as consumers spent less on vehicles, gasoline and furniture.