Turkey's seasonally adjusted consumer confidence index rose from 90.8 in August to 91.9 in September 2026, TÜİK reported on 22 September. That is an increase of about 1.2% month on month. The direction is positive, but the level remains below the neutral threshold of 100, where pessimistic assessments still outweigh optimistic ones in the survey balance.
The index improved, but did not cross 100
The index runs from 0 to 200. Readings above 100 indicate an optimistic balance and readings below 100 indicate a pessimistic balance. September's 91.9 is therefore stronger than August's 90.8, but it does not show that households have become broadly optimistic.
A confidence index is not a spending forecast
The measure combines households' assessments and expectations about their finances, the economy and durable-goods spending. It does not say consumer spending, retail sales or household income rose by 1.2%. Those outcomes need separate official data.
Why international investors should care
Consumer sentiment can help frame demand conditions for retail, housing, travel and services, but one monthly observation is not a trend. Compare it with inflation, wage growth, retail volumes, credit conditions and company-level sales before drawing an investment conclusion.
Practical reading for residents
A national average cannot replace a personal budget. Rent, food, education, health and transport costs differ sharply by city and household. Use current local prices and actual income in Turkish lira or foreign currency; the index describes survey sentiment, not an individual's purchasing power.
Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) — official homepage release listing, 22 September 2026 →