Czech Republic retail sales growth strengthened notably in May 2026, with year-over-year turnover rising 3.0%, up from 0.9% in April 2026. The data, updated on 7 July 2026, indicate a clear improvement in consumer activity compared with the same period a year earlier.
Both the current and previous readings are measured on a year-over-year basis, meaning May’s 3.0% figure reflects how retail sales have changed from May 2025, while April’s 0.9% compares against April 2025. The acceleration suggests that consumer spending momentum has picked up into late spring, offering a more supportive backdrop for the Czech economy after a more modest gain in April.
