1. Sales Levels for Retail Channels in France Non-s easonal Trends January 1995 to March 2007

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3. 3 Retail trade, except of motor vehicles, motorcycles Source: Statistical Office of the European Communities France

4. 4 Retail sale of food beverages or tobacco Source: Statistical Office of the European Communities France

5. 5 Retail sale of textiles, clothing, footwear and leather goods Source: Statistical Office of the European Communities France

6. 6 Retail sale of household equipment Source: Statistical Office of the European Communities France

7. 7 Retail sale of pharmaceutical, medical goods, cosmetic Source: Statistical Office of the European Communities France

8. 8 Retail of books, newspapers and other Source: Statistical Office of the European Communities France