Retail sales fell 0.7% month‑on‑month in July, slightly above Statistics Canada’s advance estimate. In volume terms the decline was 1.1% month‑on‑month, suggesting weaker underlying demand. Motor vehicle and parts dealers posted their first decline in four months, with sales down 0.8% month‑on‑month, reflecting a pull‑back at new dealers.
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