The Redbook Average for U.S. same-store sales rose 0.1% in August, compared to July, through the week ended August 11, putting sales ahead of the target of -0.2%, according to Instinet Research with sales of department stores. The same-store sales index rose 2.4% seasonally adjusted compared to the same week a year ago, and also saw a 2.4% for the whole month compared to August of last year. "Sales were mixed in the first week, but above plan overall," Instinet said in it's weekly report. "August is a four-week month and, like July, is somewhat transitional, characterized by final summer clearances and the shift in inventory to back-to-school merchandise and fall apparel."