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2026.06.0409:00:00UTC+00Euro Zone Retail Sales Slip in April, Reversing March Gains

Euro zone retail sales fell 0.4% month-over-month in April 2026, reversing the 0.8% increase recorded in March, according to data updated on 4 June 2026. The decline signals a loss of momentum in consumer spending after a relatively strong showing at the end of the first quarter.

The figures, measured on a month-over-month basis, compare April’s performance with March 2026, while the previous reading compared March to February. The swing from growth to contraction suggests that consumers in the currency bloc may be turning more cautious, with potential implications for the region’s broader growth outlook. Market participants will be watching upcoming data closely for signs of whether April’s drop marks the start of a softer trend or a temporary setback following March’s gain.

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