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Eurozone Inflation Expectations Rise Across All Horizons

By Markets Desk · 2026-09-20 · 1 min read
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Median one-year inflation expectations in the euro area climbed to 3.0 percent in August. Long-term outlooks also increased, signaling persistent price pressure.

The median expectation for inflation over the next 12 months in the euro area rose to 3.0 percent in August. This marks an increase from 2.9 percent recorded in July. The European Central Bank’s Consumer Expectations Survey confirmed this upward trend across all time horizons.

Perceived inflation over the previous 12 months remained stable at 3.5 percent. This figure matches the level reported in July. According to GN auto markets/forex: eurozone inflation data, households continue to feel the impact of recent price increases despite stable short-term readings.

Long-term price outlook remains elevated

Median expectations for inflation three years ahead increased to 2.9 percent from 2.7 percent. The five-year outlook also improved to 2.5 percent from 2.4 percent. These figures indicate that consumers do not expect prices to stabilize quickly in the medium term.

Uncertainty regarding near-term inflation declined slightly. However, it remains above levels seen before the Middle East conflict began. This persistent uncertainty affects household planning and financial decision-making across the region.

Income and spending expectations show divergence

Expectations for nominal income growth over the next 12 months held steady at 1.0 percent. The bottom income quintile expects higher growth at 1.7 percent compared to the top quintile at 0.7 percent. Perceived nominal spending growth rose to 5.2 percent in August from 5.1 percent in July.

Expected nominal spending growth for the next 12 months remained unchanged at 3.6 percent. This gap between perceived past spending and expected future spending highlights cautious consumer behavior. Households are adjusting their budgets in response to inflationary pressures.

Labor market and housing views stay stable

Expectations for economic growth over the next 12 months stayed at negative 1.2 percent. The projected unemployment rate decreased to 11.0 percent from 11.2 percent in July. The current perceived unemployment rate stands at 10.5 percent, suggesting a stable labor outlook.

Consumers expect their home prices to rise by 3.4 percent over the next year. This figure is unchanged from June. Mortgage interest rate expectations for 12 months ahead remained at 4.9 percent, with the top income quintile expecting lower rates at 4.4 percent.

Based on reporting by indexbox.io, compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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