Inflation, labor problems hurt consumer confidence
With food inflation remaining volatile and energy prices facing global and domestic uncertainties, economists warn that price stability in the coming months will depend on supply chain management, fiscal discipline and policy coordination. photo: file KARACHI: Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan and Gallup Pakistan have released the 19th edition of the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) for the first quarter of FY2025-26, revealing a notable drop in sentiment. The index fell to 86.4 points, from 96.2 points in the previous quarter, a 10.2% drop. Despite this drop, confidence remains 18.5% higher year-on-year, marking an improvement compared to the corresponding period last year.
