Prices have gone up this summer, instead of declining as they typically have done during the warmer months; they are at levels twice as high as a year ago,
Prices are going down because the weather is warmer than normal. We've seen that across the country where prices are falling.
On average the global precipitation increases in a warmer climate.
The new dam will also include a modified bottom draw. During the warmer months, cold water will be released through pipes at the bottom of the breast. This will mix with the warmer water and be healthier for trout.
It's a feedback loop. The warmer it gets, the faster it is happening.
I think it's just oil and optimism about the New Year. I think oil is the driving factor due to the warmer weather, but people are now looking for better than expected (fourth-quarter) earnings, better than expected retail sales number. There's a host of good numbers out there.
You will see your store being transformed as you shop. It's like 'Extreme Makeover' for grocery stores. It'll have a warmer look, more inviting and will make shopping easier.
We've tested all of the products ourselves. Hemp is the Ferrari of clothing. It's not itchy like wool and it's warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
We still have quite a bit of cloud cover which is stopping the overnight temperatures dropping too severely. It is going to be cold but there is a suggestion that it could be a bit warmer on Saturday.
Overall themes are not very new and give the customer little reason to shop this early in the season. Warmer weather in certain regions is helping but generally this is not a good sign for spring.