Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan and Gallup Pakistan have released the 19th edition of the Pakistan Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) for the first quarter of FY2025–26. The findings show a measured decline in overall consumer confidence, which eased to 86.4 from 96.2 in the previous quarter, representing a decrease of 10.2 per cent. Despite the quarterly dip, confidence remains 18.5 per cent higher year on year, indicating sustained improvement compared to the same period last year.

The CCI measures consumer sentiment regarding the economy and personal financial conditions. It is based on four key parameters: household financial situation, national economic conditions, unemployment and household savings. The index captures both assessments of the past six months and expectations for the next six months.

The report notes that both current sentiment and future outlook weakened during the quarter. Current confidence declined sharply to 74.7 from 88 in the previous quarter, reflecting growing concerns about present economic conditions. Future confidence eased to 98.2 from 104.3, pointing to cautious........

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