Business HighlightsRetailers see sales begin to recover in September NEW YORK (AP) — The nation’s stores saw their first sales gain in 14 months in September, a sign of life from shoppers that fuels some hope for the holiday shopping season. Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming monthWASHINGTON — Treasury auction. Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming weekColumbus Day. Bond markets closed. A look at economic developments and activity in stock markets around the world WednesdayA look at economic developments and activity in major stock markets around the world Thursday: |