Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 12, 2011. The Commerce Department’s U.S. Census Bureau today released retail sales data for April 2011. Retail sales rose 0.5 percent, slightly lower than private-sector expectations, though sales for February and March were revised significantly upward. Retail sales excluding motor vehicles rose 0.6 percent, consistent with private-sector expectations. Motor vehicle sales in April increased 0.2 percent, and sales at gasoline stations jumped 2.7 percent. Sales excluding those at motor vehicle and parts…
