Oct was revised up to +1.7% (was +1.2%), so the Q4 avg is strengthening (Dec is the biggest sales month and analysts will be reluctant to put a growth number to Q4 until more is known about Dec). Nov sales were uneven, with gains centered in food +0.8%, healthcare +0.9%, gas +4.0%, clothing +2.7%, and sporting goods +2.3%. Declines were seen in autos -0.8%, furniture -0.5%, electronics -0.6%, and bldg mats -0.1%.