Proposed New Industry Structure for Retail Trade and Wholesale Trade

By U. S. Census Bureau Department

Book Id: WPLBN0000590576
Format Type: PDF eBook
File Size: 21,360 KB.
Reproduction Date: 2005

Title:	Proposed New Industry Structure for Retail Trade and Wholesale Trade
Author:	U. S. Census Bureau Department
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Language:	English
Subject:	Government publications, Census., Census report
Collections:	U.S. Census Bureau Collection
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Publisher:	U.S. Census Bureau Department


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Description
Statistical Reference Document

Excerpt
Excerpt: The NAICS definitions of Retail Trade and Wholesale Trade differ from the previous definitions in all three countries. The new definitions of Retail Trade and Wholesale Trade follow. They result from a new criterion to separate these sectors. Retail establishments are primarily engaged in selling merchandise, generally without transformation, for end use. These establishments attract customers using methods such as advertising, point-of-sale location, and display of merchandise for ease of selection. Two type of retailers are distinguished: (1) Store retailers attempt to attract a high volume of walk-in customers through site location and/or advertising. In general, retail stores have extensive merchandise displays to promote product accessibility and sales. Other store retailers include catalog sales showrooms, gasoline service stations, and mobile home dealers.

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