Wal-Mart Sales at Low End of Range

Wal-Mart(WMT Quote) said same-store sales last week were at the low end of its expected December growth range of 3% to 5%.

In a weekly update, the company said sales of holiday products perked up last week after trailing expectations earlier in the month, and were now on track to come in close to forecasts. The company still expects overall December same-store sales to be in the previously offered range. ...