Turkey’s retail sector gained momentum at the start of 2026, with retail sales rising 2.4% month-over-month in January, up from a 1.7% increase in December 2025. The data, updated on 11 March 2026, indicate a strengthening in consumer activity as the new year began.
The January figure is based on a month-over-month comparison, measuring the change in sales from January 2026 relative to December 2025. By contrast, the previous 1.7% reading for December 2025 reflected the change from November to December. The acceleration suggests that consumer demand improved on the margin, potentially signaling firmer domestic spending conditions going into 2026.
