Change in personal spending in physical stores due to COVID-19 crisis in Norway 2020

A share of 23 percent of Norwegians spent less money on personal goods as a result of the coronavirus crisis, while eight percent spent more money. The clothing industry was particularly affected, with 24 percent of respondents spending less money and only three percent spending more on buying clothes.

The first case of COVID-19 in Norway was confirmed on February 26, 2020. For further information about the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, please visit our dedicated Facts and Figures page.