Ireland’s retail sector returned to modest growth in March 2026, with sales edging up 0.2% month-over-month, according to the latest data updated on 29 April 2026. The increase follows a decline of 0.8% in February 2026, suggesting that consumer activity is stabilizing after a weak start to the year.
The month-over-month figures compare changes in retail sales between consecutive months. The latest reading shows that, while the rebound is still tentative, Irish retailers have managed to move back into positive territory after the setback recorded in February, when sales fell compared with January.
Analysts and market participants will now be watching upcoming releases closely to determine whether March’s uptick marks the beginning of a more sustained improvement in Ireland’s retail environment or a temporary pause in a more volatile trend.
