The deal gives the athletic clothing maker exclusivity in the footwear and apparel categories at Tough Mudder events.

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We also point out that apparel is one of the last consumer categories to raise prices, and by the fall, consumers on a fixed budget may have already re-allocated their dollars to cover inflation in categories such as food and gas.

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It used to be divided into categories of products (shoes, apparel, gear like golf clubs).

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That sheer size has vaulted it to the number one spot in categories as disparate as food, apparel, jewelry and home furnishings.

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But music, electronics, and office products also earn high scores, and nine other categories, from cars to specialty apparel, have online prospects that earn them a moderately favorable rating.

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The company is currently expanding in apparel and developing future products in food, travel and other categories for customers desiring certain adventure, entertainment and quality.

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But he detected certain categories where African-Americans spend a bit more than others: fresh food, electronics, apparel, and telephone usage.

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Retail sales data excludes volatile categories like autos, gas and building materials and includes discretionary purchases such as electronics, furniture and apparel.

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