German Retail Sales Climb, But Import Costs Weigh on Outlook – Equitypandit
March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 German retail sales rose 0.8% in February, surpassing analyst expectations of 0.2%, but increasing import prices pose inflation risks that could impact consumer spending. Economists remain cautious, citing weak consumer sentiment. Chief economist Alexander Krueger noted that growing job concerns…