Czech Feb. economic sentiment 101.1

Czech Feb. economic sentiment 101.1

Czech Economic Sentiment Rises to 101.1 in February 2026

The Czech Republic's composite economic sentiment indicator rose to 101.1 in February 2026, reflecting improved business confidence despite a slight decline in consumer optimism, according to the Czech Statistical Office. This marks a 0.9-point increase from January 2026, driven by stronger confidence among businesses in key sectors.

The business confidence indicator climbed by 1.2 points to 99.8, with notable improvements in services and construction sectors. However, confidence waned in trade and industry compared to the previous month. The industrial confidence index remained stable at 93.5, while the trade sentiment index rose to from 97.3.

Conversely, consumer confidence dipped slightly by 0.6 points to 107.6, as households reported growing concerns about their financial outlook. A larger share of consumers now expect a deterioration in both the broader economic environment and their personal financial situations over the next 12 months. Despite this, confidence in the current economic situation improved for the second consecutive month, with fewer households delaying major purchases.

The methodology for calculating the composite confidence indicator (CCI) was adjusted in January 2022, impacting the long-term averages used for benchmarking. This recalibration ensures alignment with European Commission standards but may affect year-over-year comparisons according to the Czech Statistical Office.

The latest data suggests a mixed but generally positive near-term outlook for the Czech economy, with business activity showing resilience in key sectors. However, persistent consumer caution highlights ongoing challenges related to inflation and household financial security.

For detailed time series data, refer to the Czech Statistical Office's business cycle surveys.

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