Poland’s retail sector strengthened in February 2026, with year-over-year sales rising by 4.3%, an acceleration from January’s 3.9% annual increase. The latest data, updated on 23 March 2026, point to a continued recovery in consumer activity after the start of the year.
Both the current and previous readings reflect changes compared with the same month a year earlier, indicating that Polish consumers have been steadily increasing their spending on an annual basis since at least January 2026. The February uptick suggests improving momentum in domestic demand, a key pillar for the country’s economic outlook.
While the data set does not break down performance by category, the consecutive gains in January and February imply that Poland’s retail sector entered 2026 on firmer footing, with consumer spending providing a supportive backdrop for broader economic activity.
