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Economic Barometer – Consumer Climate Index (CCI) – October 2014

Consumer sentiment has reverted to the levels of June, registering a marked improvement relative to September. The Consumer Climate Index again surpassed the 70-point mark, after sliding during the previous three months. Although citizens’ assessments of current economic conditions deteriorated marginally, expectations for the financial situation of households stand at the highest levels of the “Memorandum period”.

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Economic Barometer – Consumer Climate Index (CCI) – July 2014

Consumer sentiment has declined sharply relative to June, with the relevant index falling significantly for the first time this year. Nevertheless, it has steadfastly remained above 60 points throughout the entire year. The deterioration in consumer sentiment is evident in the five sub-indices that make up the index. Indicative of the decrease in optimism among citizens, not only for the future of the economy but also their personal financial situation, is the striking decline in expectations regarding unemployment.

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Economic Barometer – Consumer Climate Index (CCI) – June 2014

Consumer confidence remains, for the third straight month, at the highest levels of the “Memorandum period”. The relevant index remained virtually unchanged relative to May. Citizens’ assessments of current economic conditions again improved slightly, while in contrast, optimism about the future – with regard to both personal financial situation and the economy in general – declined marginally.

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