Turkey’s annual retail sales growth eased in February 2026, with the year-over-year increase slowing to 15.6%, down from 18.8% recorded in January 2026. The data, updated on 13 April 2026, shows that while consumer spending remains robust in nominal terms, momentum has moderated compared with the start of the year.
Both the current and previous readings are calculated on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s retail sales performance to the same month a year earlier. January’s 18.8% gain marked a stronger expansion, while February’s 15.6% reading points to a deceleration in the pace of growth as the first quarter progresses.
The latest figures will be closely watched by analysts assessing the durability of domestic demand in Turkey, as shifts in retail activity can signal changes in household consumption trends and broader economic dynamics.
