FX.co ★ Czech Retail Sales Growth Cools Sharply to 1.7% in April 2026

Czech Republic retail sales growth slowed markedly in April 2026, with the year-over-year increase easing to 1.7%, down from a robust 5.9% in March 2026. The latest data, updated on 5 June 2026, indicate a significant loss of momentum in consumer spending after a strong start to the spring.

Both the current and previous figures are measured on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month with the same month a year earlier. While March’s 5.9% gain suggested resilient demand in the Czech retail sector, April’s weaker 1.7% rise points to a cooling trend that may weigh on overall economic activity if it persists in the coming months.