FX.co ★ Dutch Consumer Confidence Improves Slightly in July but Remains Deeply Negative

Consumer sentiment in the Netherlands recovered modestly in July 2026, though it remains firmly in negative territory, underlining continued caution among Dutch households. The consumer confidence indicator rose to -35.0 in July, up from -39.0 in June 2026, according to the latest data updated on 23 July 2026.

While the four-point improvement signals a slight easing in pessimism, the indicator’s deep negative level suggests that Dutch consumers still view the economic outlook and their own financial situation unfavorably. The July reading continues a pattern of subdued confidence that may weigh on household spending and, by extension, broader economic momentum in the Netherlands.

The shift from -39.0 to -35.0 indicates that some concerns may be moderating, but sentiment remains far below neutral, highlighting persistent uncertainty in the consumer sector as the third quarter of 2026 begins.