sales

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The cosmetics and fragrances retailer’s sales rose 11% in the fiscal first quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The county currently has a base sales tax rate of 9.75%, and cities impose local taxes on top of that.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The Spanish fashion giant, which also houses labels such as Massimo Dutti and Bershka, said Wednesday that sales rose 11.5% on a constant-currency basis from May 1 through June 1 compared with the prior-year period.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

But the measure faced significant opposition from local cities, with opponents arguing the sales tax hike would unfairly burden the poorest county residents and encourage people to spend their dollars across the county line.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

I just interrupted the sales pitch he’s memorized, and it seems like he doesn’t know what to do.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya