China’s Consumer Sentiment Edges Higher in November, PCSI Rises to 70.44

China’s Thomson Reuters/Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) strengthened in November 2026, suggesting a modest improvement in household confidence. The headline index rose to 70.44 in November, up from 69.29 in October 2026.

The latest reading, updated on 13 November 2026, indicates that Chinese consumers have become slightly more optimistic about their economic and personal financial outlooks compared with the previous month. While the gain is incremental, the move above the October level signals a continuation of positive sentiment momentum heading into the final months of the year.