(The Fleet Sheet – MFD/1) Statistical data show that not only less well-off families are cutting back their spending, but also families with higher incomes. Retailers say the drop in sales reaches 20-40% for some items. At the same time, though, the Czech National Bank reports that the savings rate rose by only 7% in Jan. (MFD/18) Several leasing companies have respondent to the lower demand for cars by extending the standard payment period for consumer leases from 36 months to 48 or more.