Latest GfK consumer confidence data
Data: Consumer confidence edges ahead of pre-pandemic levels
Consumer confidence increased in July as the easing of restrictions and pent-up demand led to an increase in spending.
Data: GfK consumer confidence
GfK’s UK Consumer Confidence Barometer has been running since 1974 and is the leading indicator of shopper sentiment in the UK. The monthly survey is conducted among a representative sample of around 2,000 UK consumers aged 16 and above. GfK questions consumers about their personal economic situation, the general economic situation of the UK, and whether or not they feel the timing is right to make major purchases or save their money. Consumer confidence has been tested over the past few years following Britain’s exit from the EU and the coronavirus crisis.
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Consumer confidence flattens as threat of inflation curbs growth
Consumer confidence remained flat in June as lingering coronavirus restrictions combined with the threat of inflation dampened growth.
Consumer confidence returns to pre-pandemic levels as restrictions eased
Consumer confidence recovered in May, regaining all the ground lost during the Covid outbreak, as lockdown restrictions were relaxed and the UK’s successful vaccination rollout continued.
Confidence inches up in April as consumers remain cautious about future
The rise in consumer confidence levels slowed in April as new Covid-19 variants and economic worries dampened the reopening of stores and hospitality.
Consumer confidence rises for third month as end of lockdown nears
Consumer confidence increased in March as the vaccine rollout continued and the end of lockdown grew nearer.
Consumer confidence boosted in February as vaccine rollout continues
Consumer confidence jumped in February as the UK looks forward to a post-pandemic future.
Vaccine promises do little to boost consumer confidence
Consumer confidence dropped at the beginning of the year, despite promises that the vaccine would bring life back to normal.
Consumer confidence rises in time for Christmas
After reaching a six-month low in November, consumer confidence climbed this month as the UK entered the festive season.
Consumer confidence slips to six-month low as coronavirus restrictions tighten
UK consumer confidence fell to its lowest ebb since the spring as coronavirus restrictions tightened, leaving one in three hospitality businesses wondering whether they will survive.
Consumer confidence risks ‘double dip’ as personal finance fears mount
Consumer confidence is at risk of dropping sharply in the run-up to Christmas as shopper anxiety about the economy is compounded by growing unemployment concerns.
Consumer confidence climbs in September but new restrictions loom
Consumer confidence rose in September as people began to return to offices, shops and restaurants.
Concerns over job losses plague consumer confidence
Consumer confidence remained the same for the second month running, as customers face growing economic concerns.
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Consumer confidence holds steady despite mounting job losses
Consumer confidence held its position in July as shoppers’ trepidation about the economy was offset by increased optimism in their personal finances.
Consumer confidence inches up despite economic uncertainty
Consumer confidence has risen in the two weeks since non-essential shops reopened despite ongoing disruption due to the pandemic.
Consumer confidence rises in June as non-essential stores reopen
Consumer confidence rose month on month in June as shoppers felt more optimistic about the economy and their personal finances looking ahead.
Consumer confidence tumbles with ‘no sign of bounce-back’
Consumer confidence fell further at the end of May as uncertainty surrounding the post-lockdown economy continued to swirl.
‘Battered’ consumer confidence declines in May
Consumer confidence edged down this month as shopper concerns about the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic increased.
Consumer confidence ‘severely depressed’ despite improvement
The latest consumer confidence data showed a small improvement in sentiment, but overall it is still low.
Coronavirus: Consumer confidence stabilises after early-April crash
Consumer confidence has stabilised after crashing at the start of the coronavirus crisis, although experts have refused to rule out a further slump to record lows.
Consumer confidence drastically decreased due to coronavirus
New research for the middle of March shows a drastic drop in consumer confidence due to the coronavirus pandemic.