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Data Exploration: Understand the Bombastic Performance of the Retail Sector
In the most recent analysis of the Stone Retail Index (IVS), a surprising 1,1% increase was seen in the fuels and lubricants sector in January. Even more impressive was the 9,3% annual growth, marking 2025 as a year to remember for the retail sector. The 25th edition of the IVS highlights the remarkable progress compared to previous months, reaffirming the power of the indicator as an essential tool for understanding market movements. The data was compiled by the Stone team, which continues to monitor trends with incredible precision.
Looking ahead, beyond the traditional consumer sectors, the mining sector has also witnessed significant progress. As the extractive industry adjusts to new demands, mineral exploration has accelerated its pace to meet the global energy transition. Mining, which was previously seen as a traditional field, is now a strategic pillar for sustainable growth. With reforms in automation and sustainability commitment, these changes are expected to be reflected in diversified economic indices with a positive influence, as experts from Stone point out.
Digging Deeper into Mineral Consumption and Exploration Figures
Retail sectors are not alone in this growth journey. The interaction between mineral exploration and consumer demands has become a topic of relevance, as stated by analyses by IBGE and Market Insights. Since the beginning of 2024, mining has played a crucial role in providing the resources needed for renewable energy and technological advances. These transformations are visible not only in quarterly sales reports, but also in employment projections. digital integration and ESG is shaping new leaders and opening innovative paths for the market.
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Since the launch of IVS, the narrative around the retail industry and its performance metrics has been rewritten, with Stone bringing deeper insights to help decipher the changing economic landscape. If this momentum continues, the focus on sustainability practices and automation could transform entire industries, impacting consumers and businesses alike. The future looks bright for both, with industry leaders expecting even greater advancements in the coming years.
For analysts, the growth is a promise of more dynamic changes to come. Government policies and stimulus measures play a vital role in supporting these crucial sectors of the economy. Keeping a close eye on these indicators will enable more effective strategic planning, ensuring that the retail and mining sectors move together towards an innovative and sustainable future. Indicators such as the IVS are receiving increasing attention as they reveal trends that were previously unthinkable.
Annual Performance of the Stone Retail Index (IVS)
In the annual analysis, the segment presented the best performance of the year for the second consecutive time, registering an increase of 9,3%. This monthly study, which monitors the movement of the retail sector in Brazil, is an initiative of Stone, a technology and financial services company that stands out as the main partner of Brazilian entrepreneurs. In January, all other sectors also showed monthly growth: fabrics, clothing and footwear increased by 4,8%; pharmaceuticals grew by 2,2%; the category of other personal and household goods grew by 2%. Furniture and household appliances rose by 1,7%, while hypermarkets, supermarkets, food products, beverages and tobacco showed growth of 1,5%. Books, newspapers, magazines and stationery also showed growth, with an increase of 1,4%, followed by construction materials, which grew by 1,1%.
IVS Regional Highlights
In the regional highlights of the Stone Retail Index, 19 states presented positive results in annual comparison. Roraima led the way with an impressive 9,3% increase, followed by Amazonas at 6%, Acre at 4,6%, Alagoas at 4,3%, and Ceará at 4,1%. Amapá saw a 3,9% increase, Pará rose 3,2%, while Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo posted increases of 2,9% and 2,8%, respectively. Goiás and Minas Gerais saw growth of 2,6%, Espírito Santo registered 2,2%, and both Tocantins and Maranhão showed a 1,6% increase. Rondônia grew 1,5%, while Pernambuco registered a 1% increase. Rio Grande do Norte performed 0,9%, with Bahia and Sergipe rising 0,8%. Seven states recorded decreases, with Piauí having the largest drop, of 1,9%, followed by Mato Grosso do Sul with 1,4%, Rio Grande do Sul with 1,1%, Santa Catarina with a reduction of 0,8%, Mato Grosso reduced 0,7%, Paraíba 0,3% and Paraná had a slight drop of 0,2%. The Federal District remained stable, without variations.
Segments Analyzed by IVS
The full report can be accessed on Stone's new content platform. Regarding the segments analyzed, the Stone Retail Index (IVS) focuses on eight areas: pharmaceuticals, medical and orthopedic products, perfumes and cosmetics; hypermarkets, supermarkets, food products, beverages and tobacco; books, newspapers, magazines and stationery; furniture and household appliances; textiles, clothing and footwear; construction materials; fuels and lubricants; and other personal and household items. The Stone Retail Indicator, through the IVS, continues to be an essential tool for monitoring the new results and the year's performance in the retail sector, offering key data and analysis for entrepreneurs.
Source: STONE Press
