Vânzările cu amănuntul revin pe plus în august, pentru prima dată după un un an.

Retail sales in August increased by 2.3% compared to the previous month, marking a positive annual growth of 0.1%. This is the first annual increase since August 2025, driven mainly by non-food product sales. Despite this growth, real wages continue to lag behind inflation, affecting consumer purchasing power. Retail sales are expected to decline in 2026, despite a stronger performance in the latter half of the year. Consumer confidence slightly improved, while retail confidence rose significantly, indicating increased commercial activity and lower stock levels.