Finland’s consumer confidence indicator increased to -5.3 in June 2026 from -10.5 in May.
It was the highest reading since February 2002, when the indicator was in positive territory, though it remained well below the long-term average of -2.9.
Consumers became less pessimistic about their current financial situation (-3.0 vs -6.7 in May), and expectations for Finland’s economy also improved strongly (-6.3 vs -21.9), while expectations for their finances over the next 12 months strengthened (7.0 vs 0.7).
Consumers continued to regard the timing for purchasing durable goods as less unfavorable ( -13.0 vs. -16.8), while their intention to save improved (-9.6 vs. -11.4).
Meanwhile, labor market sentiment improved, with 21% of consumers expecting unemployment to decline over the next year.
However, inflation expectations remained elevated, with expected inflation holding at 4.6% over the next 12 months.