Foodservice Retail Sales Rise For Seventh Consecutive Month, Setting Another Record

Eating and drinking place sales in the U.S. rose 1.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis in July according to the U.S. Census Bureau, reaching $65.2 billion, another record. For the 12 months ending in July, sales are up 4.1%. Grocery-store sales, in comparison, saw sales rise 2.9% for the 12 months. U.S. Census Bureau: July…