German consumer confidence hits 13-year high Consumer confidence in Germany is at its highest since late 2001, as the weaker euro and falling energy prices fuel optimism regarding the outlook for Europe's biggest economy. Business • 26 Mar 15
German consumer confidence hits 13-year high Consumer confidence in Germany is at its highest since late 2001, as the weaker euro and falling energy prices fuel optimism regarding the outlook for Europe's biggest economy. Business • 26 Mar 15
Consumer sentiment weakens in February - KBC/ESRI There was a slight weakening in consumer sentiment in February, according to the latest consumer sentiment index from KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI. Business • 10 Mar 15
Consumer sentiment weakens in February - KBC/ESRI There was a slight weakening in consumer sentiment in February, according to the latest consumer sentiment index from KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI. Business • 10 Mar 15
Consumer sentiment at nine year high - survey Consumer sentiment is at its highest point in nine years, according to the latest index from KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI. Business • 05 Feb 15
Consumer sentiment at nine year high - survey Consumer sentiment is at its highest point in nine years, according to the latest index from KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI. Business • 05 Feb 15
German consumer mood at highest level in 13 years German consumer sentiment surged to its highest level in more than 13 years heading into February, a survey showed today. Business • 28 Jan 15
German consumer mood at highest level in 13 years German consumer sentiment surged to its highest level in more than 13 years heading into February, a survey showed today. Business • 28 Jan 15
Consumer sentiment up sharply in December Consumer sentiment rose to its second highest point in eight years last month, according to KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI. Business • 08 Jan 15
Consumer sentiment up sharply in December Consumer sentiment rose to its second highest point in eight years last month, according to KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI. Business • 08 Jan 15
German consumer confidence grows in December Consumer confidence in Germany saw a boost in December as shoppers hit the stores for Christmas and looked ahead to the new year with optimism. Business • 19 Dec 14
German consumer confidence grows in December Consumer confidence in Germany saw a boost in December as shoppers hit the stores for Christmas and looked ahead to the new year with optimism. Business • 19 Dec 14
Consumer sentiment steady in November Consumer sentiment was little changed in November from October as Irish consumers fail to see an improvement in their household finances despite an improving economy. Business • 03 Dec 14
Consumer sentiment steady in November Consumer sentiment was little changed in November from October as Irish consumers fail to see an improvement in their household finances despite an improving economy. Business • 03 Dec 14
US consumer spending falls but sentiment high US consumer spending fell for the first time in eight months in September, but a rise in consumer sentiment indicated economic growth would remain on solid ground. Business • 31 Oct 14
US consumer spending falls but sentiment high US consumer spending fell for the first time in eight months in September, but a rise in consumer sentiment indicated economic growth would remain on solid ground. Business • 31 Oct 14
Consumer sentiment at 7 year high: KBC/ESRI survey Consumer sentiment rose sharply in September, according to a survey by KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI, as optimism grew about the economy ahead of Budget 2015. Business • 06 Oct 14
Consumer sentiment at 7 year high: KBC/ESRI survey Consumer sentiment rose sharply in September, according to a survey by KBC Bank Ireland and the ESRI, as optimism grew about the economy ahead of Budget 2015. Business • 06 Oct 14
Consumer sentiment down in August - KBC/ESRI Consumer sentiment fell in August following strong growth in July, according to the latest KBC Bank / ESRI index. Business • 16 Sep 14
Consumer sentiment down in August - KBC/ESRI Consumer sentiment fell in August following strong growth in July, according to the latest KBC Bank / ESRI index. Business • 16 Sep 14
Sharp fall in consumer sentiment in May May saw a sharp decline in consumer sentiment as the run-up to the local and European elections prompted a re-assessment of consumer's current circumstances. Business • 09 Jun 14
Sharp fall in consumer sentiment in May May saw a sharp decline in consumer sentiment as the run-up to the local and European elections prompted a re-assessment of consumer's current circumstances. Business • 09 Jun 14
Consumer sentiment moves higher in April Consumer sentiment improved in April after a modest correction in March, but consumers remain more cautious about their personal finances than the general economic outlook. Business • 13 May 14
Consumer sentiment moves higher in April Consumer sentiment improved in April after a modest correction in March, but consumers remain more cautious about their personal finances than the general economic outlook. Business • 13 May 14
US consumer sentiment up more than expected US consumer sentiment rose in April to a nine-month high as views on current and near-term conditions surged. Business • 25 Apr 14
US consumer sentiment up more than expected US consumer sentiment rose in April to a nine-month high as views on current and near-term conditions surged. Business • 25 Apr 14
US home sales fall, but consumer confidence rises Sales of new US homes hit a five-month low in February, but a surge in consumer confidence to a six-year high in March suggested the economy was regaining momentum. Business • 25 Mar 14
US home sales fall, but consumer confidence rises Sales of new US homes hit a five-month low in February, but a surge in consumer confidence to a six-year high in March suggested the economy was regaining momentum. Business • 25 Mar 14
Consumer sentiment back at 2007 levels Consumer confidence is back at pre-recession levels according to the latest monthly sentiment index from KBC Bank Ireland and the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). Business • 04 Feb 14
Consumer sentiment back at 2007 levels Consumer confidence is back at pre-recession levels according to the latest monthly sentiment index from KBC Bank Ireland and the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). Business • 04 Feb 14
German consumer confidence starts 2014 well - Gfk Consumer confidence in Germany rose again at the start of the new year, auguring well for Europe's top economy as it goes into 2014. Business • 29 Jan 14
German consumer confidence starts 2014 well - Gfk Consumer confidence in Germany rose again at the start of the new year, auguring well for Europe's top economy as it goes into 2014. Business • 29 Jan 14
Consumer sentiment at highest level since 2007 A majority of Irish consumers expect economic conditions to improve over the coming 12 months as the Consumer Sentiment Index has hit its highest level in over six years. Business • 15 Jan 14
Consumer sentiment at highest level since 2007 A majority of Irish consumers expect economic conditions to improve over the coming 12 months as the Consumer Sentiment Index has hit its highest level in over six years. Business • 15 Jan 14
German consumer morale at six-year high German consumer sentiment rose to its highest in six years going into December, new figures show today. Business • 27 Nov 13
German consumer morale at six-year high German consumer sentiment rose to its highest in six years going into December, new figures show today. Business • 27 Nov 13
US jobs market not hit by shutdown US job growth unexpectedly accelerated in October as employers shrugged off a government shutdown. Business • 08 Nov 13
US jobs market not hit by shutdown US job growth unexpectedly accelerated in October as employers shrugged off a government shutdown. Business • 08 Nov 13
Modest increase in consumer sentiment in October There was a modest improvement in consumer sentiment last month, according to the latest survey by KBC Bank and the ESRI. Business • 01 Nov 13
Modest increase in consumer sentiment in October There was a modest improvement in consumer sentiment last month, according to the latest survey by KBC Bank and the ESRI. Business • 01 Nov 13
Consumer sentiment at six year high in September The mood of Irish consumers reached a six year high in September on the back of stronger trends in jobs and property markets. Business • 30 Sep 13
Consumer sentiment at six year high in September The mood of Irish consumers reached a six year high in September on the back of stronger trends in jobs and property markets. Business • 30 Sep 13
Consumer sentiment slips back Fears about unemployment and the sluggish nature of economic recovery weighed on consumer sentiment in July. Business • 07 Aug 13
Consumer sentiment slips back Fears about unemployment and the sluggish nature of economic recovery weighed on consumer sentiment in July. Business • 07 Aug 13
Consumer sentiment brightens in June The good weather seen at the start of June may have boosted sentiment among Irish consumers, with the improving jobs and property markets also appearing to have eased fears. Business • 11 Jul 13
Consumer sentiment brightens in June The good weather seen at the start of June may have boosted sentiment among Irish consumers, with the improving jobs and property markets also appearing to have eased fears. Business • 11 Jul 13
Consumer sentiment little changed in May An interest rate cut by the European Central Bank during the month did little to improve sentiment among Irish consumers. Business • 29 May 13
Consumer sentiment little changed in May An interest rate cut by the European Central Bank during the month did little to improve sentiment among Irish consumers. Business • 29 May 13
Little change in the mood of Irish consumers There was a marginal decline in consumer sentiment in April, indicating that the mood of Irish consumers has altered very little of late. Business • 10 May 13
Little change in the mood of Irish consumers There was a marginal decline in consumer sentiment in April, indicating that the mood of Irish consumers has altered very little of late. Business • 10 May 13
