On September 30, 2025, the Federal Statistical Office of Germany released the country's December year-on-year real retail sales data. The reported figure was 1.8%. No consensus forecast was provided; the previous value was also 1.8%.Definition: Retail sales measure the total value of goods sold by retail businesses, excluding the services sector. Market impact: If the actual figure exceeds expectations, it is considered positive for the euro.This indicator is rated as moderately important (level 2). The calculation excludes sales from motor vehicles and fuel stations, and reflects inflation-adjusted changes in retail sales. The data is published monthly, with the next release scheduled for the following month.
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