STOXX Europe 600 Retail index is having its best month since May

The STOXX Europe 600 Retail index has gained +4.26% in November so far (1:30 PM, GMT +1), its highest since May 2021 (+6.05%) and is on track for the second consecutive monthly gain after succumbing to losses for 4 straight months (June-September). The index tracks retail companies from developed countries in Europe. Looming year-end holidays have boosted prospects major European retailers, especially with Europe being a top Christmas holiday destination with its decorations and overall holiday vibes.

Latest data released in early November on European retail sales showed retail Sales in European Union increased 3.20% percent in September of 2021 over the same month in the previous year, an improvement from the 1.1% increase in August.

ETFs tracking the index tagged along with iShares STOXX Europe 600 Retail UCITS ETF (EXH8), Lyxor STOXX Europe 600 Retail UCITS ETF (WPAR:RTA) and Invesco STOXX Europe 600 Optimised Retail UCITS ETF (XRPS) gaining +4.96%, +4.33% and +3.95% respectively in November.

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