Dutch Retail Sales Growth Slows to 8-Month Low ℹ️
Dutch retail sales grew 1.6% year-on-year in February 2025, marking the eighth consecutive month of growth but showing signs of slowdown across various retail sectors, with declines in categories like furniture, electronics, and clothing.
Moderate economic indicator showing potential consumer spending deceleration, with implications for broader market sentiment and retail-related investments
Hong Kong Retail Sales Slump in February 📉
Hong Kong's retail sales experienced a significant 15% year-on-year decline in February 2025, marking the twelfth consecutive month of falling retail activity and showing widespread weakness across all product categories.
Weak consumer spending signals potential economic slowdown, which could impact broader market sentiment and investment strategies in Asian markets and consumer-related sectors.
Japan Retail Sales Rise the Least in 4 Months ℹ️
Japanese retail sales grew 1.4% year-on-year in February 2025, marking the 35th consecutive month of expansion but showing slower growth compared to previous months, with mixed performance across different retail sectors.
Moderate economic indicator showing resilient consumer spending with nuanced sector performance, potentially relevant for global market exposure
Portugal Retail Sales Maintain Solid Growth 📈
Portuguese retail sales grew by 5% year-on-year in February 2025, with increases in both food and non-food product categories, demonstrating continued consumer spending strength.
Moderate positive signal for European market exposure, indicating resilient consumer demand and potential economic stability in Portugal
Spain Retail Sales Rise Faster in February 📈
Spanish retail sales showed strong growth in February 2025, with a 3.6% year-on-year increase, driven by robust non-food product sales and continued growth in food and beverage sectors.
Indicates economic resilience in European markets, particularly Spain, with potential positive implications for consumer-oriented investments and broader market sentiment
Switzerland Retail Sales Ease to 3-Month Low ℹ️
Swiss retail sales grew 1.6% year-on-year in February 2025, showing a slowdown in consumer spending with weaker growth in food, beverages, and non-food product sales.
Limited direct impact on global markets, minor slowdown in Swiss retail sector with minimal broader economic implications
Chile Retail Sales Growth Slows ℹ️
Chile's retail sales grew 2.6% year-on-year in February 2025, with strong performance in apparel, consumer goods, and electronics sectors, though experiencing a 1% month-on-month decline.
Limited global market implications, modest growth in a specific regional market with mixed signals
Thailand Retail Sales Fall for 1st Time in 10 Months ℹ️
Thailand's retail sales declined by 1.0% year-on-year in January 2024, marking the first retail activity drop since March, with significant decreases in sales of other goods and slower growth in non-durable and durable goods categories.
Limited direct impact on global portfolio due to localized market data and minimal exposure to Thai markets
Greece Retail Sales Rebound in January 📈
Greek retail sales showed a positive rebound in January 2025, with a 1.9% year-on-year increase across food and non-food sectors, recovering from previous month's decline.
Modest economic recovery signal for European markets, with minor potential positive implications for retail-related investments
Slovenia Retail Sales Rise for 2nd Month ℹ️
Slovenia's retail sales grew by 4.2% year-on-year in February 2025, with positive performance across food, non-food products, and automotive fuel categories, indicating continued economic resilience.
Limited direct impact on portfolio holdings, minor positive economic signal for European markets with minimal significance for overall portfolio performance
Swedish Retail Sales Growth at 3-Month Low ℹ️
Swedish retail sales grew 2.8% year-on-year in February 2025, showing a slight deceleration from January, with durable goods sales moderating and consumables sales quickening.
Limited direct impact on portfolio holdings, minor economic indicator for European market exposure
Estonia Retail Sales Growth at Near 3-Year High ℹ️
Estonia's retail sales grew 4.4% year-on-year in February 2025, driven by strong motor fuel and specialized store sales, despite declines in some retail categories like food, textiles, and online sales.
Limited direct relevance to portfolio holdings, minor economic indicator for European market exposure
Lithuania’s Retail Sales Pick Up in February ℹ️
Lithuania's retail sales grew 2.9% year-on-year in February 2025, with food and beverage sales increasing 3.0% while automotive fuel sales continued to decline.
Limited direct relevance to portfolio holdings, minor positive retail trend in a small market with minimal portfolio exposure
Danish Retail Sales Fall for 1st Time Since 2023 ℹ️
Danish retail sales declined 0.1% year-on-year in February 2025, with notable drops in food, groceries, and clothing sectors, though monthly seasonally adjusted trade rose 0.8%.
Limited direct impact on portfolio holdings, minor economic indicator for European markets with minimal global significance