Mexican retailers same-store sales rise 4.7 pct in Aug

MEXICO CITY, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Mexico's retail association on Wednesday said sales at stores that have been open for at least 12 months rose 4.7 percent in August from the same month last year.

The association, known as ANTAD, groups supermarket chains Walmex and Soriana as well as department stores. (Reporting By Cyntia Barrera Diaz)