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Shopping center group trims Nov. sales forecast

A prominent retail trade group trimmed its November sales growth forecast on Tuesday, citing more shoppers saying they've delayed holiday purchasing compared with a year ago.

October: Sales and traffic may fall; discounts up

The nation's retailers are set to report sales for established stores on Thursday that are expected to mark the weakest October performance since 1969, when the International Council of Shopping Centers index began. The figures are based on same-store sales, or sales at stores opened at least a year, which are considered a key indicator of a retailer's health.

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Your shopping type: Black Fri. or Cyber Mon.?
Source: msnbc.com

Do you love to hunt for discounts in the pre-dawn darkness on Black Friday? Or is surfing the Internet for bargains on Cyber Monday more your speed? Regardless of your preference, 10 Tips columnist Laura T. Coffey has advice to help save your sanity and your wallet.

Mall giant files for bankruptcy protection
Source: msnbc.com

General Growth Properties Inc., the nation's second-largest mall operator, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection early Thursday.

Failing Stores May Lead To Failing Shopping Centers
Source: WFTV-9 ABC Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Failing stores could wipe out entire shopping centers across Central Florida.

Strong earthquake rocks Costa Rica
Source: msnbc.com

A strong earthquake shook Costa Rica on Thursday, shattering windows, cracking walls and sending frightened residents running into the streets of the capital.

It's do-or-die time for malls
Source: CNN

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- In five short days, it could be the beginning of the end for some of the nation's malls.

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