18.09.202523:01:00UTC+00UK Consumer Confidence Dips Further as GfK Index Falls to -19 in September

In a new release of data updated on September 18, 2025, GfK Consumer Confidence in the United Kingdom saw a further decline, dropping to -19 in September from -17 in the previous month. This fall indicates a growing sense of economic pessimism among consumers as the index dives deeper into negative territory.

The GfK index, an influential measure of consumer sentiment, had previously stagnated at -17 in August, but the fall this September suggests increasing concerns among British households about their economic prospects. Economic analysts are closely watching these trends, as diminishing consumer confidence can signal reduced household spending, potentially affecting the broader UK economic landscape.

This decline comes amidst a backdrop of persistent economic challenges, including inflation pressures and other macroeconomic factors. As economic uncertainties continue to loom, policymakers and businesses alike are scrutinizing these numbers to gauge the mood of the nation and predict future consumer behavior patterns. The balance between mitigating these economic pressures and revitalizing consumer confidence remains a delicate one for the UK as it navigates through the latter half of 2025.