Encuesta de Opinión del Consumidor. Resultados marzo de 2026

Abstract

In March 2026, the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) recorded a balance of 19.3%, increasing by 1.0 percentage point compared to February 2026 (18.3%). This result was driven by a 2.4 percentage point increase in the Economic Conditions Index. In turn, the Consumer Expectations Index remained constant relative to February 2026. Relative to March 2025 (-7.1%), the CCI increased by 26.4 percentage points.

When comparing results so far in the first quarter of 2026 with those of the fourth quarter of 2025, an increase is observed in consumer confidence, as well as in the assessment of the country's situation. In turn, the assessment of the household situation and willingness to purchase durable goods decreased relative to the previous quarter.

In March, consumer confidence increased in two of the five analyzed cities and in two of the three socioeconomic levels, relative to February 2026. Additionally, willingness to purchase housing increased, as did willingness to purchase durable goods, while willingness to purchase vehicles decreased, compared to February 2026.