"sales reports" is correct and is commonly used in written English.
For example, "Yesterday's sales reports showed an increase in sales of 30% over last month."
Sales reports from chain stores and automakers are also expected to be lackluster.
The jobs and retail sales reports Thursday were the latest economic data providing mixed signals.
These purchases will turn up in sales reports as they are completed.
Departmental sales reports usually compare actual sales with the volumes planned for the period.
But their confidence has since ebbed, according to retail sales reports and some economic analysis.
The dismal sales reports for December punctuated the worst year for vehicles sales since 1992.
The enthusiasm came despite poor sales reports for September from many retailers.
Sales reports by department and discount store chains also were weak.
Many retailers will give precise figures Thursday in their November sales reports.
Despite its comeback, he says he still reads sales reports avidly for any warning signs.
After receiving sales reports from stores, the Times editors look for unusual sales patterns.
