19.12.202500:01:00UTC+00UK Consumer Confidence Inches Upwards in December, Reaches -17

In a sign of gradual economic optimism, the GfK Consumer Confidence Index for the United Kingdom experienced a slight improvement in December 2025. The latest figures revealed an increase from November’s reading of -19 to -17, demonstrating an improved sentiment among UK consumers as the year draws to a close.

The modest rise was unveiled in the data update released on December 19, 2025, marking a continuation of a positive trend in consumer morale. The GfK index, a critical indicator of consumer sentiment in the UK, provides insight into public perceptions of financial and economic health, which can influence spending behaviors.

Analysts attribute this incremental improvement to stabilizing inflation rates and cautious optimism in economic recovery measures. With consumer confidence still in the negative, the rating suggests that while there is a marked improvement, consumers remain wary amid broader economic uncertainties. The shift nonetheless provides a hopeful signal for businesses and policymakers as they strategize for the upcoming year.