Factories pumped out less output in January.
Factories Slowed in January: February 11 – 15
Retail Shines, Factory Activity Does Not: December 10 – 14
Consumers started the holiday season with gusto, while manufacturing took another break.
October Was Better for Retailers: November 12 – 16
Retail sales regained strength in October.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 