27.11.202506:25:36UTC+00Finnish Consumer Morale Remains Weak

In November 2025, consumer confidence in Finland experienced a slight improvement, rising to -6.5 from -7.6 in October. Despite this upward trend, confidence levels remained significantly below the long-term average of -2.8, indicating persistent weakness in overall sentiment. Evaluations of Finland's current economic status were still quite negative, though slightly better than the previous month (-37.1 compared to -40.1). Future economic expectations also displayed caution, with a forecast of -12, slightly improved from -13.2. Moreover, the period was still viewed unfavorably for making significant purchases (-10.6 from -16.6) or applying for loans (-25.5 compared to -29.4), with minimal inclination towards spending or home buying (11 compared to 10.3). Expectations about unemployment trends remained bleak (-27.2 from -30.1), and individuals continued to perceive a high risk of personal unemployment (-16.6 from -17.1). On a brighter note, there was an optimistic outlook regarding personal finances for the upcoming year, with a notable improvement to 9.2 from 6.2.