Overview

• Retail sales fell by 0.2% compared to June last year, influenced by unseasonably cold weather.
• Non-food sales, including clothing and footwear, dropped by 2.9% year on year.
• Consumer card spending saw a 0.6% decline, the first since February 2021.
• Electronics and entertainment spending increased, driven by events like the Euro 2024 tournament.
• Experts predict a potential rebound in retail sales with improved weather and ongoing summer events.