The volume of retail sales was 8.2% higher in March 2026 than in the same period of the previous year

Contribution to change in volume of sales in retail shops
Last update: 05/14/2026

The volume of retail sales increased by 1.9% in March 2026 compared to the previous month

Seasonally and calendar adjusted change in volume of retail shops' turnover
Last update: 05/14/2026

The number of retail shops decreased in the capital and in all counties, by 2.9% at national level, continuing the downward trend in previous years

Number of retail shops per ten thousand inhabitants, and change in number of shops compared to same date in previous year, 31 December 2025*
Number of retail shops per ten thousand inhabitants, and change in number of shops compared to same date in previous year, 31 December 2025*

*The number of retail shops includes petrol stations but excludes motor vehicle, motor vehicle part, as well as motorcycle and tobacco shops.

Last update: 05/21/2026