Retail sales in Greece rebounded in May, with sales volume increasing across most store categories and business expectations strengthening significantly in July. Year over year, retail sales volume increased 6.5%, partly reflecting the low comparison base from May 2025. Sales rise across major retail categoriesLarge food stores recorded a 4.5% monthly increase in sales, while department stores rose 1.7%. Pharmaceutical and cosmetic products recorded a 2% increase, while clothing and footwear sales rose 4.6%, after falling 2.2% in April. In the food, beverages and tobacco category, positive assessments of current sales edged up to 32 points from 26.