Spanish Retail Sales YoY (Feb) Y/Y 2.2% vs. Exp. 3.8% (Prev. 4%)

The Spanish retail sales figures came in below expectations for February, indicating a 2.2% year-over-year growth against an anticipated 3.8% and a previous read of 4%.

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