Moscow's retail trade earnings surpassed nearly 2 trillion rubles in Q1.
💡🌃 Moscow's Bustling Retail Sector: Blending Tradition with Tech 🌇💡
Stepping foot in the capital, you'll notice a unique fusion of traditional and modern retail experiences, as per Maria Bagreeva from the Economic Policy and Development department of Moscow. This innovative mix includes the opening of brick-and-mortar stores, paired with the development of online ordering and delivery services, making shopping a breeze for residents while boosting trade turnover.
bagreeva-quote: "The growth in turnover is mainly due to an increase of 4.1% in the non-food sector to 934 billion rubles. In the food sector, turnover reached 952 billion rubles (+2.1%) in the first quarter of 2025," Bagreeva explained.
🎉🍲🛍️ Boom in Food and Non-Food Sales 🎉🛍️🍲
The capital's booming retail sector is no secret, with both the food and non-food sectors experiencing remarkable growth. The non-food sector saw a 4.1% increase, reaching 934 billion rubles, primarily fueled by categories such as cosmetics, digital equipment, flowers, and repair goods stores. Meanwhile, food sector turnover reached 952 billion rubles, a 2.1% increase, largely attributed to the active development of ready-to-eat food delivery services and store cafeterias.
🍣🤝 Digital Deliciousness: The Power of On-Demand Meals 🍣🤝
Online ordering and delivery services have emerged as a crucial backbone supporting the growth of the food sector. Ready-to-eat food delivery services, specifically, are noted as a major catalyst for this growth, signaling a shift in consumer preferences toward convenience and quick meal solutions.
📈👥 Foot Traffic Rises: Shopping Centers Hum with Activity 📈👥
With the surge in consumer activity, shopping centers across the city have experienced a marked increase in traffic. On average, footfall rose 1% year-on-year in the first quarter, with district shopping centers recording the largest increase (+6.8%) in traffic for centers up to 20,000 square meters.
⚡🌐 A Look Ahead ⚡🌐
As technology continues to reshape our retail landscape, it's fascinating to observe the key role digital innovations are playing in Moscow's retail sector. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or browsing the latest fashion trends, the capital offers an exciting blend of traditional and cutting-edge retail experiences, making every shopping trip memorable. Stay tuned for more updates. 🔜 ✨
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In the financial breakdown, the non-food sector witnessed a 4.1% increase, reaching 934 billion rubles, while the food sector turnover reached 952 billion rubles, growing by 2.1%. (Follows from Bagreeva-quote and Boom in Food and Non-Food Sales)
The increase in footfall in shopping centers across Moscow can partially be attributed to the finance sector's digital innovations, such as online ordering and delivery services. (Follows from Foot Traffic Rises: Shopping Centers Hum with Activity and A Look Ahead)
