FX.co ★ Turkey’s Retail Sales Rebound in March, Snapping February Decline

Turkey’s retail sector showed a solid rebound in March 2026, with month-over-month sales rising 2.6%, according to data updated on 11 May 2026. The improvement comes after a slight contraction of 0.2% in February 2026, signaling renewed momentum in consumer spending.

The month-over-month comparison indicates that, after February’s modest downturn versus January, retailers saw a clear pickup in March activity compared with the previous month. This shift from negative to positive growth suggests a strengthening in short-term demand conditions across the Turkish economy.

Analysts and market participants will be watching upcoming releases closely to see whether March’s recovery marks the start of a sustained upward trend in retail activity or a one-off bounce following February’s weakness.