Retail sales growth in the Netherlands strengthened in March 2026, with year-over-year figures rising to 2.5%, up from 1.5% in February 2026. The latest data, updated on 1 May 2026, indicate an improvement in consumer activity 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 to the corresponding month a year ago. The acceleration from February to March suggests a modest but notable pickup in retail momentum as the Dutch consumer sector continues to navigate evolving economic conditions.