The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce’s Consumer Confidence Index declined to 50.6 in April 2026 from 51.8 in March, marking the lowest level since last August. The decline came amid higher energy prices due to the impact of conflicts in the Middle East, while farmers face higher fertilizer costs and weaker prices for their products. As a result, households trimmed discretionary spending, which could slow the wider economy. Confidence in the overall economy, employment, and future income weakened, while both investment and consumption eased. However, positive sentiment stemming from stable policies and government measures to support living costs for vulnerable groups helped limit the fall. Government efforts to ease prices for consumer goods and support vulnerable groups, along with improving tourist arrivals, could help some service businesses. source: University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce

Consumer Confidence in Thailand decreased to 50.60 points in April from 51.80 points in March of 2026. Consumer Confidence in Thailand averaged 72.97 points from 1998 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 112.40 points in December of 2003 and a record low of 39.60 points in August of 2021. This page provides - Thailand Consumer Confidence - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news. Thailand Consumer Confidence - data, historical chart, forecasts and calendar of releases - was last updated on May of 2026.

Consumer Confidence in Thailand decreased to 50.60 points in April from 51.80 points in March of 2026. Consumer Confidence in Thailand is expected to be 50.00 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. In the long-term, the Thailand Consumer Confidence is projected to trend around 56.00 points in 2027 and 59.00 points in 2028, according to our econometric models.



Calendar GMT Reference Actual Previous Consensus TEForecast
2026-04-09 10:00 AM
Consumer Confidence
Mar 51.8 53.7 49
2026-05-12 06:15 AM
Consumer Confidence
Apr 50.6 51.8 48
2026-06-12 04:00 AM
Consumer Confidence
May 50.6


Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Bank Lending Rate 6.37 6.37 percent Feb 2026
Consumer Confidence 50.60 51.80 points Apr 2026
Consumer Credit 5285734.00 5296795.00 THB Million Jun 2025
Consumer Spending 1729516.00 1732717.00 THB Million Mar 2026
Gasoline Prices 1.31 1.25 USD/Liter Apr 2026
Households Debt to GDP 87.20 87.10 percent of GDP Sep 2025
Personal Savings 1.40 2.20 percent Dec 2023
Private Consumption MoM -0.80 -1.80 percent Mar 2026
Retail Sales YoY 20.04 75.61 percent Feb 2026


Thailand Consumer Confidence
In Thailand, the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) measures consumer’s outlook about current and future economic conditions, job prospects and income expectations. The index is based on a survey of around 2440 households. An index above 100 indicates an improving outlook and below 100 a deteriorating outlook.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
50.60 51.80 112.40 39.60 1998 - 2026 points Monthly

News Stream
Thailand Consumer Mood Falls to 8-Month Low
The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce’s Consumer Confidence Index declined to 50.6 in April 2026 from 51.8 in March, marking the lowest level since last August. The decline came amid higher energy prices due to the impact of conflicts in the Middle East, while farmers face higher fertilizer costs and weaker prices for their products. As a result, households trimmed discretionary spending, which could slow the wider economy. Confidence in the overall economy, employment, and future income weakened, while both investment and consumption eased. However, positive sentiment stemming from stable policies and government measures to support living costs for vulnerable groups helped limit the fall. Government efforts to ease prices for consumer goods and support vulnerable groups, along with improving tourist arrivals, could help some service businesses.
2026-05-12
Thailand Consumer Mood at 6-Month Low
The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce’s Consumer Confidence Index fell to 51.8 in March 2026, marking its lowest level in six months and down from 53.7 in February. Confidence in the overall economy weakened, with both current conditions and future expectations deteriorating. This decline reflects growing concerns that geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices will weigh on economic growth, while household incomes continue to lag behind increasing living costs. Job market sentiment also softened. Expectations regarding current employment opportunities declined, although respondents remained somewhat optimistic about future prospects. Similarly, the income outlook worsened, with approximately 96.5% of consumers expecting their income over the next six months to either decline or remain unchanged. In contrast, domestic political stability is expected to support confidence among consumers and investors, providing some underlying resilience to the broader economic outlook.
2026-04-09
Thailand Consumer Mood Highest in 9 Months
The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce’s consumer confidence index rose to 53.7 in February 2026 from 52.8 in January. This marks the highest reading since last May, supported by the central bank’s decision to cut interest rates to 1% and expectations of stimulus measures from a new government following last month’s elections. Thailand’s parliament is set to open this weekend, paving the way for lawmakers to vote for the next premier next week. The survey was conducted before the outbreak of war in the Middle East, though consumers expressed concerns about geopolitical tensions and US trade policy.
2026-03-13