The Italian consumer confidence index rose to 96.8 in September 2025 from 96.2 in the previous month, surpassing market expectations of 96.5. Sentiment improved across all components, with the personal climate index increasing slightly to 96 from 95.9, the current climate index climbing to 99.9 from 99.2, and the future climate index rising to 92.6 from 92.2. Additionally, consumers’ assessment of the general economic situation strengthened, jumping to 98.8 in September from 97 in the previous month.