1. Sales Levels for U.S. Retail Channels Non-s easonal Trends January 1993 to March 2007 Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc.

2. 2 Retail and food services sales Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

3. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 3 Automobile and other motor vehicle dealers Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

4. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 4 Automotive parts, accessories, and tire stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

5. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 5 Furniture and home furnishings stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

6. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 6 Electronics and appliance stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

7. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 7 Computer and software stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

8. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 8 Building material and supplies dealers Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

9. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 9 Grocery stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

10. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 10 Beer, wine, and liquor stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

11. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 11 Health and personal care stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

12. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 12 Pharmacies and drug stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

13. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 13 Gasoline stations Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

14. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 14 Clothing stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

15. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 15 Women's clothing stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

16. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 16 Shoe stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

17. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 17 Jewelry stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

18. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 18 Sporting goods, hobby, book, and music stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

19. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 19 General merchandise stores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

20. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 20 Warehouse clubs and superstores Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

21. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 21 Nonstore retailers Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

22. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 22 Electronic shopping and mail-order houses Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

23. Copyright © 2007, Global Insight, Inc. 23 Food services and drinking places Source: U.S. Government Chart produced by Global Insight. Call with questions or comments: +1-781-301-9088

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