The Scorelogix® Retail and Wholesale Job Security Index? increased by 10.4% (MOM) or 3.1 points in October 2012 when compared to September 2012 and increased by 70% (YOY) or 13.6 points from October 2011. After a sharp decrease in August, the index has steadily increased in the last 2 months. Scorelogix expects the index to maintain its upward trajectory because of holiday shopping in the months of November and December.
Use the Scorelogix Wholesale and Retail Job Security Index report for forecasting and planning or for industry specific research. The Wholesale and Retail JSI reports can be purchased individually on a subscription basis. A national JSI report and selected industrial group reports are also available. Custom reports for specific geographic regions down to the zip code level and for other industrial groups can also be purchased.