Switzerland’s retail sector posted a modest acceleration in March 2026, with year‑on‑year sales growth ticking up to 0.5%, according to data updated on 1 May 2026. This follows a 0.4% annual increase recorded in February 2026, indicating a slight but continued improvement in consumer spending.
The figures are based on a year‑over‑year comparison, measuring how retail sales in March 2026 changed relative to March 2025, while the previous reading compared February 2026 to February 2025. The incremental rise suggests that, although momentum remains subdued, Swiss retail activity is gradually strengthening as the sector moves further into 2026.
