27.03.202606:00:00UTC+00Lithuania’s Retail Sales Growth Cools Sharply to 2.2% in February

Lithuania’s annual retail sales growth slowed markedly in February 2026, with the year-over-year rate easing to 2.2%, down from a robust 8.0% in January. The data, updated on 27 March 2026, highlights a notable loss of momentum in consumer activity after a strong start to the year.

Both figures are measured on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s performance with the same month a year earlier. While January 2026 showed a solid 8.0% gain versus January of the previous year, February’s 2.2% rise versus February a year earlier suggests a more cautious consumer environment or a normalization following earlier strength.

The sharp deceleration in February could signal a shift in underlying demand patterns, with implications for retailers and broader economic expectations in Lithuania as the year progresses. Market participants will be watching upcoming releases closely to see whether February’s softer reading proves temporary or marks the beginning of a more sustained slowdown in retail activity.