1. Inventory Levels for US Retail Channels S easonal Trends January 1993 to March 2007

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3. 3 Retail inventories Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States

4. 4 Motor vehicle and parts dealers Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States

5. 5 Furniture, home furnishings, electronics, and appliance stores Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States

6. 6 Building materials, garden equipment and supplies dealers Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States

7. 7 Food and beverage stores Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States

8. 8 Clothing and clothing accessories stores Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States

9. 9 General merchandise stores Source: U.S. Census Bureau United States