Romania’s retail sales grew by nearly 8 percent

The volume of Romanian retail sales increased by 7.8 percent in the first half of the year, compared to the same period of last year, according to the Romanian National Statistical Institute.

Growth was mainly due to fuel sales, which increased by 10.9 percent during the period under review. The sales of non-food products increased by 10.1 percent, while food, beverages and tobacco sales grew by 3.5 percent.

According to the seasonally adjusted and calendar-adjusted value, retail volume grew by 7.3 percent in the first half of the year. (MTI)