In November 2022, turnover in retail trade, except motor vehicles and motorcycles at constant prices increased by 2.2% compared to the previous month. The data are preliminary and seasonally adjusted. The calendar adjusted turnover increased by 4.7% compared to the same month of 2021, the National Statistical Institute reported.
In November 2022, compared to the previous month, an increase in turnover was reported in the retail sale of automotive fuel in specialised stores - by 5.6% and in the retail sale of non-food products (except fuel) - by 3.1%, while a 0.5% decrease was observed in the retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco.
In the retail sale of non-food products (except fuel), an increase was registered in all groups, which was the highest in retail sale via mail, order houses or via internet - by 26.6%.
In November 2022, compared to the same month of 2021, an increase in turnover was observed in the retail sale of automotive fuel in specialised stores (14.9%) and in the retail sale of non-food products (8.8%). A drop was reported in retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco (6.4%).
In the retail sale of non-food products (except fuel), a significant rise was observed in the retail sale of textiles, clothing, footwear and leather goods - by 55.7%. The turnover decreased by 6% in dispensing chemist; retail sale of medical and orthopaedic goods, cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores, and by 4.4% in the retail sale of computers, peripheral units and software; telecommunications equipment.