Swiss consumer confidence deteriorated sharply in March, with the SECO Consumer Climate index dropping to -43, down from -30 in February 2026. The March reading, updated on 10 April 2026, underscores a further weakening in households’ assessment of the economic environment.
The deeper negative level suggests Swiss consumers are becoming more cautious about spending and the broader outlook, as the index moves further below the neutral threshold. The slide from February’s -30 to March’s -43 points to rising concerns that could weigh on domestic demand in the coming months, a key component for Switzerland’s growth prospects.
