Consumer confidence falls in Pakistan amid rising prices, unemployment

Consumer confidence in Pakistan fell sharply in the first quarter of FY2025–26, reflecting caution among households even as overall sentiment remains stronger than last year. The Consumer Confidence Index dropped to 86.4 from 96.2 in the previous quarter, a decline of 10.2%. Compared to the same period last year when it stood at 72.9, the index is up 18.5%, indicating that broader stabilization is holding despite short-term fluctuations. The Pakistan Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) for Q1 FY2025-26, released in December 2025, provides a comprehensive assessment of household sentiment across the country. Prepared by D&B Pakistan in collaboration with Gallup Pakistan, the report captures perceptions of current economic conditions, future expectations, household finances, employment, savings, and inflation.