Retail sales to keep growing on consumer optimism - analysts

In July, retail sales grew by 7.4 percent y/y, the Central Statistical Office (GUS) reported. The experts expect the acceleration of sales dynamics to continue in the second half of the year, helped by good consumer mood and expansion of 500+ program. "In the following months, the purchasing power of consumers will get additional support from program extension, which will maintain high sales dynamics," Pekao economist Piotr Piękoś said.

(money.pl)