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2026.08.0306:00:00UTC+00German Retail Sales Slide 1.1% in June, Reversing May’s Gain

German retail sales turned negative in June 2026, falling 1.1% month-over-month and erasing the previous month’s growth, according to data updated on 3 August 2026. The decline follows a 1.2% month-over-month increase in May 2026, highlighting renewed volatility in consumer spending.

The figures are measured on a month-over-month basis, with June’s reading compared to May, and May’s to the preceding month. The sharp swing from positive to negative territory suggests that the rebound seen in May was short-lived, raising questions about the durability of domestic demand in Germany’s consumer sector.

Analysts and market participants will be watching upcoming data closely to assess whether June’s downturn marks the start of a softer trend or a temporary correction after May’s stronger-than-usual performance.

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