Germany: Consumer confidence
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The most recent value is -12.7 points as of August 2026, an increase compared to the previous value of -13.8 points. Historically, the average for Germany from January 1985 to August 2026 is -8.71 points. The minimum of -28 points was recorded in September 2022, while the maximum of 2.3 points was reached in January 2018.
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- Measure: points
- Definition: The consumer survey contains standardized questions about the financial situation of households, general economic situation, inflation, unemployment, saving, intentions of making major purchases on durable goods or purchasing or building a home or buying a car. The survey gives an opportunity to analyze the tendencies in the development of public opinions on significant economic phenomena in the country.
- Source: Eurostat
| Recent values | Germany: Consumer confidence survey |
|---|---|
| 2026 Aug | -12.7 |
| 2026 Jul | -13.8 |
| 2026 Jun | -14.5 |
| 2026 May | -15.9 |
| 2026 Apr | -17.5 |
| 2026 Mar | -13.5 |
| 2026 Feb | -11 |
| 2026 Jan | -9.9 |
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial production | -2.20 | 7/2026 | percent |
| Retail sales | 98.30 | 7/2026 | index points |
| Retail sales Y-on-Y | -2.48 | 7/2026 | percent |
| House price index | 179.95 | Q1/2026 | index points |
| Real residential property prices Y-on-Y change | -0.81 | Q1/2026 | percent |
| Business confidence survey | -11.00 | 8/2026 | points |
| Consumer confidence | -12.70 | 8/2026 | points |