2026.10.2907:00:00UTC+00Sweden’s Consumer Confidence Slips Sharply in October, Dropping Below 100 Threshold

Swedish consumer sentiment weakened notably in October 2026, as the country’s consumer confidence index fell to 94.3 from 102.2 in September. The decline marks a move back below the neutral 100 level, indicating that pessimistic views now outweigh optimistic ones among Swedish households.

The shift follows a relatively stronger reading in September 2026, when the index stood at 102.2, suggesting mild optimism at that time. The latest data, updated on 29 October 2026, points to growing caution among consumers, which could weigh on household spending and broader economic momentum in the coming months.

With confidence slipping into negative territory, analysts and policymakers are likely to watch subsequent releases closely for signs of whether the October downturn reflects a temporary sentiment shock or the start of a more persistent weakening in household outlook.