Recent retail indices do not look good for the unfit retailer. The Evans report (April 29) reveals Australia's retail sector will hit tough times in the next six months, with consumer sales, discounting and weakening foot traffic rose as key concerns by a group of private retail and wholesaling companies, consultants, service providers, customers and investors.

This follows the release of disappointing third-quarter sales figures from Harvey Norman, Wesfarmers and Clive Peeters.

Well, where is the surprise? Lets examine the facts:

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