Romania: Statistical Office: Romania Retail Sales Down 5% YoY In (…)

October 6, 2026

Statistical Office: Romania Retail Sales Down 5% YoY In January-August 2026
Oct 6, 2026

Statistical Office: Romania Retail Sales Down 5% YoY In January-August 2026.

Retail sales volume in Romania (excluding the trade with motor vehicles and motorcycles) fell by 5% in unadjusted data and by 5.1% when adjusted (…)

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