February 2026 Confidence Indices Announced: Retail Trade Rises, Construction Declines

According to confidence index data for February 2026, the retail trade sector rose by 2.9% to reach its highest level, while the service sector remained stable and the construction sector recorded a decline.

February 2026 Confidence Indices Announced: Retail Trade Rises, Construction Declines

Service Sector Confidence Index Remains Stable According to the confidence index data released for the February 2026 period, the service sector confidence index remained unchanged compared to the previous month, standing at 113.8.
The business situation and demand expectations within the sector maintained a balanced course.
Strong Increase in Retail Trade The retail trade sector confidence index increased by 2.9 percent in February, rising to a value of 115.9.
With this increase, retail trade became the business line with the highest confidence level among the measured sectors.
This rise in the sector is attributed to positive assessments regarding the current business situation and future expectations.
Decline in Construction Sector The loss of confidence in the construction sector was linked to changes in the current level of orders received and expectations for the total number of employees in the coming period.

Sources

  • Güneydoğu Güncel Gazetesi · baglanti
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