In October 2012 compared with September 2012, the volume of retail trade1 fell by 1.2% in the euro area2 (EA17) and by 1.1% in the EU272, according to estimates from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. In September3 retail trade decreased by 0.6% and 0.2% respectively. In October 20124, compared with October 2011, the retail sales index fell by 3.6% in the euro area and by 2.4% in the EU27. In October 2012, compared with September 2012, “Food, drinks and tobacco” fell by 0.8% in both zones. The non-food sector declined by 1.4% in the euro area and by 1.3% in the EU27. Among the Member States for ... (full story)