FX.co ★ Italy Consumer Morale Hits 4-Month High

Italy’s consumer confidence index rose to 97.4 in February 2026, up from 96.8 in January and slightly above market expectations of 97.2. This was the highest level since October 2025. Most components of the index strengthened, with the exception of assessments—both current judgments and expectations—regarding households’ personal economic situation and the perceived opportunity to save in the present environment. In addition, unemployment expectations deteriorated slightly. The personal climate index inched up to 96.8 from 96.6, the consumer economic climate advanced to 99.1 from 97.4, the current climate improved to 100.7 from 100.1, and the future climate rose to 93.1 from 92.3.