Italy's retail sales increased for the second straight month in November, the statistical office ISTAT reported Friday.
The sales value rose 0.5 percent on a monthly basis in November, the same as in the previous month. That was faster than the expected gain of 0.3 percent.
The retail sale value of food products and non-food items increased by 0.5 percent and 0.7 percent, respectively, compared to last month.
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