BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 13. The retail
trade turnover in Kyrgyzstan reached 482 billion soms ($5.51
billion) in the first half of 2026.
According to data from the Interstate Statistical Committee of
the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), in constant prices,
Kyrgyzstan’s retail trade turnover increased by 12.6% from January
through June 2026 compared to the same period of 2025.
Retail trade turnover in June 2026 grew by 15.7% in constant
prices compared with June 2025, while increasing by 7.8% compared
with May 2026.
For comparison, retail trade turnover in Kyrgyzstan increased by
25.1% in the first half of 2025 compared with the same period of
2024.
In June 2025, retail trade turnover rose by 27% year-on-year and
by 2.3% compared with May 2025.
Across the CIS, retail trade turnover increased by 6.1% in
constant prices in the first half of 2026 compared with the same
period of 2025.
The Trend’s
analysis indicates that the continued expansion of Kyrgyzstan’s
retail trade reflects sustained growth in consumer activity and
domestic demand. The positive dynamics suggest that household
consumption remains an important driver of economic activity,
supported by broader improvements in incomes, employment and
business activity.
At the same time, the pace of retail trade growth indicates that
consumer demand in Kyrgyzstan continues to strengthen despite the
potential impact of price pressures and changing household spending
patterns. Further expansion of retail activity will depend on
income growth, inflation dynamics, consumer confidence and the
availability of goods and services.
The continued development of the retail sector could also
support wider economic activity by strengthening trade,
distribution and related services, while creating additional
opportunities for businesses operating in the domestic market.
