Switzerland’s consumer sentiment index stood at -30 in February 2026, unchanged from January and remaining close to its highest level in nearly a year, slightly below market expectations of -29. Consumers were somewhat more optimistic about the future economic situation (-31 vs -34 previously). Meanwhile, expectations for price developments over the next 12 months (98 vs 98) and the expected financial situation (-26 vs -26) remained unchanged. However, sentiment weakened regarding major purchases, with the expected situation for large purchases deteriorating to -55 from -51, while views on the timing for major purchases also declined to -27 from -24.