South Korea Retail Sales Growth at 3-Month High

2026-03-03 23:32 By Jam Kaimo Samonte 1 min. read

South Korea’s retail sales increased 2.3% month-on-month in January 2026, accelerating from a 0.6% rise in December and marking the fastest expansion in three months, suggesting a rebound in household spending at the start of the year.

Gains were likely supported by stronger demand for durable goods and seasonal factors, though underlying consumption trends remain uneven.

On a year-on-year basis, retail sales edged up just 0.1% in January, slowing sharply from a 1.3% increase in December.



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