Vietnam’s retail sales growth cooled in February 2026, with year-over-year expansion slowing to 8.5%, down from 9.3% recorded in January 2026. The figures, updated on 6 March 2026, reflect a moderation in consumer spending momentum at the start of the year.
Both the current and previous readings are measured on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s performance with the same month a year earlier. While the pace of expansion has eased, the latest data still point to solid growth in Vietnam’s retail sector, suggesting that domestic demand remains a key pillar of economic activity even as the rate of increase shows signs of cooling.
