Belgian consumer confidence showed a modest improvement in May, according to the latest Thomson Reuters IPSOS Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) reading. The index rose to 41.90 in May 2026, up from 40.78 in April 2026, reflecting slightly stronger sentiment among households.
On a month-over-month basis, the May reading indicates a positive shift compared to April, when the indicator stood at 40.78. The “Actual” comparison measures the change from May to April, while the “Previous” comparison refers to the change observed in April versus the month before. The latest data, updated on 14 May 2026, suggest that Belgian consumers are marginally more optimistic about current conditions and the near-term outlook than they were a month earlier, though confidence remains at relatively subdued levels overall.
The uptick in May’s PCSI will be closely watched by businesses and policymakers as they gauge the resilience of domestic demand and the trajectory of consumer-driven growth in Belgium.