Euro Area consumer confidence rose to -14.9 in September 2025, up from -15.5 in August and beating market expectations of -15.3. The stronger reading reflects support from lower borrowing costs and easing inflation in recent months. Still, uncertainty over fiscal policies across Europe and the potential impact of trade tariffs could cloud the outlook. For the EU as a whole, consumer sentiment also rose, gaining 0.5 points to -14.3.