FX.co ★ Taiwan Consumer Sentiment Edges Lower

In October 2025, Taiwan's consumer confidence index experienced a slight decline, falling to 63.96 from the previous month's 64.96. This decrease was primarily driven by a significant drop in sentiment towards stock investments, which plummeted to 36.52 from 51.68, indicating increased caution among households amid market volatility. Conversely, optimism improved in several other areas. There was notable progress in household financial conditions, rising to 74.71 from 72.54, as well as enhancements in the domestic economic outlook, now at 78.35 from 76.18. Additionally, expectations for durable goods purchases grew to 92.37 from 90.70. Consumers also exhibited a slightly more positive view on future price levels, increasing to 32.22 from 29.95, and employment opportunities, which rose to 69.58 from 67.07. These improvements suggest that overall confidence in the broader economy remained robust, even though investment sentiment saw a decline.