Retailers' Sales Beat Forecasts, But Worries Remain

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Thu, 02/07/2013 - 10:17am

(Reuters) - Many top retailers reported strong January sales on Thursday after offering merchandise and deals that drew in shoppers in spite of higher payroll taxes.

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