According to the latest data update from September 2025, the Thomson Reuters IPSOS Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) for Spain showed a downward trajectory, with the index decreasing to 48.97 from 50.88 recorded in August 2025. This marks a month-over-month decline in consumer confidence, indicating potential caution among Spanish consumers regarding economic conditions.
The decline of 1.91 points in the PCSI underscores growing concerns within the Spanish economy. Economic analysts observe that such shifts in consumer sentiment could point to uncertainties in the domestic or global markets impacting consumer behavior, influencing spending, and possibly altering investment confidence.
This data update, provided on 11 September 2025, serves as an essential indicator for economists and policymakers as it signals changes in public perception and optimism about the economic environment. The next steps for stakeholders may include monitoring further indicators and responding appropriately to stabilize and boost consumer confidence.