Turkey’s retail sector staged a strong rebound in May 2026, with sales rising 2.4% month-over-month, according to data updated on 13 July 2026. The recovery follows a 1.7% decline in April 2026, highlighting a sharp turnaround in consumer activity.
On a month-over-month basis, the latest “actual” figure compares the change in May to April, while the “previous” reading reflects April’s performance against March. The shift from a -1.7% contraction to a 2.4% expansion suggests renewed consumer demand and potentially improving sentiment after a weak start to the second quarter.
Market participants will now watch whether this momentum can be sustained in the coming months, as the retail sector is a key barometer of domestic consumption and broader economic health in Turkey.
