In January 2012, compared to December 2011, retail trade turnover dropped by 22.6% in both current and constant prices.
Retail trade turnover in January 2012, compared to the 2011 average, decreased by 12.1% in current prices and by 13.9% in constant prices.
The data on retail trade turnover (excluding turnover of motor vehicles, motorcycles and parts) is obtained from regular monthly statistical surveys.
All published indices ought to be regarded as preliminary, meaning that certain corrections can appear on the basis of the results, obtained in the quarterly statistical survey.
The turnover indices at constant prices are obtained by deflating the indices at current prices by the corresponding indices of retail prices, excluding: water (from public utility systems), electricity and motor vehicles, motorcycles and parts.