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2026.10.0208:00:00UTC+00Italian Retail Sales Growth Cools to 0.5% in August, Easing from July’s 0.8% YoY

Italy’s retail sector lost some momentum in August 2026, with year-over-year sales growth slowing to 0.5%, down from 0.8% in July 2026. The latest data, updated on 2 October 2026, highlight a modest deceleration in consumer spending compared with the same period a year earlier.

Both the current and previous readings are measured on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s performance with the corresponding month of the prior year. While retail sales are still growing, the weaker August reading suggests a softer demand environment than in July, potentially signaling that Italian consumers are turning more cautious as the year progresses. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases closely to see whether this slowdown in retail activity proves temporary or marks the start of a more persistent cooling trend in household spending.

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