ECB Consumer Expectations Survey results – September 2026

What happened: The ECB published its Consumer Expectations Survey results for September 2026, based on fieldwork carried out between 27 August and 28 September 2026. Key numbers: Perceived inflation rose to 3.6% from 3.5%. One year ahead inflation expectations rose to 3.1% from 3.0%. Why it matters: Short term inflation, income and spending expectations edged higher while longer term inflation expectations held steady. Growth expectations weakened and unemployment expectations rose, and more households reported tighter credit access and expected tighter conditions ahead.

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