GfK Germany Consumer Climate: August 2025

Wed, Aug 27, 2025 · 2:00 AM ET Source Next release · Nov 26, 2:00 AM ET

Germany’s GfK Consumer Climate Indicator is forecast to fall -1.9 pts to -23.6 in September 2025 (from -21.7), marking a third straight monthly decline amid weakening income and economic expectations.

  • Income expectations dropped -11.1 pts to 4.1, the lowest since March 2025, reflecting rising fears of unemployment and job insecurity.

  • Economic expectations fell -10.1 pts to -7.4, their lowest in six months, as concerns over tariffs, inflation, and weak domestic momentum grew.

  • Willingness to buy edged down -0.9 pts to -10.1, remaining near rock-bottom levels last seen in February 2025.

  • The savings indicator slipped slightly to 15.8 (from 16.4), but remained elevated, signaling continued consumer caution.

  • Inflation expectations rose for a second month, reflecting geopolitical risks and concerns over higher energy prices.