OECD Consumer Confidence Balance Ranking

The OECD Consumer Confidence Indicator is an important indicator that shows consumers' economic outlook and purchasing intentions. The higher the value, the more optimistic consumers are about the future and the better the economic outlook tends to be. Top-ranked countries typically have stable employment situations, wage increases, and controlled inflation, creating an environment where households can consume with confidence. In contrast, lower-ranked countries show strong economic anxiety due to inflation, rising unemployment rates, and wage stagnation, with a tendency toward weakened consumption appetite. This indicator functions as a leading indicator of business cycle turning points and serves as a reference for policy decisions and investment judgments.