PARIS (AFX) - A composite indicator of consumer confidence fell to -9 in July from -8 in June, according to a monthly survey carried out by statistics office Insee.
The indicator represents the balance in percentage points between consumers having experienced, or expecting, a rise in their living standard and those seeing a decline.

Following are the consumer confidence indicator and its components;

_______________________ July June
Composite indicator -9 -8
Past personal financial situation -10 -7
Outlook for personal finances +1 +2
Past French standard of living -21 -19
Outlook for French standard of living -23 -20
Inclination to buy consumer goods +6 +4