Contrasting views on personal finances versus the wider UK economy continue to keep GfK's overall Consumer Confidence Index Score in negative territory.
GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index decreased two points in April 2018. Four of the five measures were lower, with the remaining measure increasing.
In the first quarter of 2018, consumer sentiment in Europe remained at a relatively stable level, despite slight declines after the overall upward trend seen throughout 2017. At the end of the quarter, the GfK Consumer Climate for the 28 EU stood at 20.6 points, compared to 21.1 points in December – but is still higher than at the same time last year. For 2018, GfK predicts an increase in private household consumer spending in the European Union, from 1.5 to 2 percent in real terms.
The early timing of Easter 2018 combined with crazy weather conditions, has brought about a very different pattern of trade to that seen in previous years. In fact, comparisons between Easter 2018 and 2017 show stark differences for both the Technology and DIY sectors.
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Spring is in the air with increases across the board on personal finances, the general economy and purchase intentions
GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index increased three points in March 2018. All five of the constituent measures recorded higher values.
Overall Index Score has bounced between zero and -13 since February 2016
2018 kicks off on surprisingly upbeat note
Global smartphone sales reached 397 million units in the fourth quarter of 2017 (4Q17), a one percent increase year-on-year.
Innovating their propositions to fit emerging consumer needs will ensure they aren't.
December 2017 was always going to be tough, set against a backdrop of low consumer confidence, economic uncertainty and rising inflation.
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