In a surprising shift, Turkey's retail sales figures have seen a notable year-over-year slowdown, according to the latest data. As of August 2025, the retail sales indicator has stopped at 6.9%, drastically down from the previous month's figure of 13.0% recorded in July 2025. This marks a sharp deceleration in retail activity from the same period last year.
The updated data, released on October 10, 2025, showcases a considerable decrease in consumer purchasing activity, highlighting potential challenges in economic growth and consumer confidence within the country. This change occurs as a year-over-year comparison, where the August figure is assessed against the same month in the previous year, marking a distinct downward trend from July.
The cooling of retail sales could have broader implications for Turkey's economic trajectory, as consumer spending plays a crucial role in driving economic momentum. Analysts and stakeholders will be closely monitoring these figures to gauge what this downturn could mean for the national economy in the near future.
