TIRANA, March 19 – Retail trade in Albania showed steady growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, driven mainly by high demand for equipment, food, and fuel.

According to data from the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), retail sales volume increased by 6.2% compared with the same quarter last year. Growth was supported primarily by non-food items, hydrocarbons, and spending on food and beverages.

Excluding fuel retail, sales volume rose by 5.7%. Specialized fuel outlets recorded the highest growth at 7.2%, reflecting strong demand for fuel.

INSTAT’s analysis showed non-food items contributed 2.5 percentage points to total growth. Food, beverages, and tobacco added 1.8 points, while fuel trade contributed 1.9 points. The data indicate robust consumption of equipment, food, and fuel during the period.

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