Romania: Romania sees large decline in retail sales in January 2026

March 23, 2026

Romania sees large decline in retail sales in January 2026
Mar 23, 2026

Romania sees large decline in retail sales in January 2026.

Retail sales decreased by 6.5% in Romania in January 2026 compared to the same month last year. The drop constitutes the largest decline in retail (…)

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