Retail sales fall as support from vehicle subsidy fades

Slowing auto sales dragged down retail spending last month. Even sharper falls are likely when the funds for the eco-car subsidy run out, probably any day now. With few signs of support elsewhere in the economy, we think GDP will contract in the third quarter.

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