Ireland’s retail sector lost momentum in September 2026, with sales declining month-over-month after a modest rise in the previous period, according to data updated on 28 October 2026.
Retail sales fell by 0.4% in September on a month-over-month basis, reversing a 0.5% increase recorded in August 2026. The comparison is based on sequential monthly changes, with each figure measuring activity relative to the immediately preceding month.
The downturn suggests a cooling in consumer activity following August’s growth, highlighting potential fragility in Ireland’s short-term spending trends as the third quarter draws to a close.
