South Korea’s consumer confidence strengthened in September 2026, with the headline index climbing to 106.6 from 104.5 in August 2026. The latest data, updated on 22 September 2026, indicates an improvement in household sentiment and suggests growing optimism about economic conditions.
The move further into positive territory — above the neutral 100 mark — points to increasing willingness among consumers to spend, which could support domestic demand in the coming months. While detailed drivers of the rise were not disclosed, the steady month-on-month gain underscores a gradual recovery in confidence heading into the latter part of 2026.
