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ForexAug 12, 2026, 6:50 AM

CEE Retail Sales Momentum Fades in Q2 2026

Retail sales growth across Central and Eastern Europe decelerated in the second quarter of 2026, signaling a cooling in household demand from the prior quarter.

Retail sales growth in Central and Eastern Europe showed a clear loss of momentum in the second quarter of 2026, following a stronger start to the year. The data point to a moderation in household demand compared with the first quarter.

While the overall picture remains somewhat mixed, the slowdown was broad-based. Virtually all countries in the region experienced a deceleration in average retail sales growth between the first two quarters of the year.

The figures suggest that consumer spending, a key driver of economic activity in the region, may be facing headwinds. Further details were not immediately available.

Source: FXStreet Forex News

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