The Central Bank of Aruba published the results of its Consumer Confidence Survey for the first quarter of 2026, showing a broad weakening in household sentiment. The Consumer Confidence Index fell 3.7 points to 92.7, remaining in the survey’s pessimism range of 90 to 100. Consumers reported a sharper deterioration in views on business and economic conditions, job prospects, government finances and their own household finances over the next six months. The breakdown showed the Consumption Habits Index fell 4.4 points to 93.3, while the Present Situation Index dropped 3.8 points to 92.5 and the Future Expectation Index declined 3.6 points to 92.7. Price pressures remained a central concern, with 96% of respondents expecting higher prices in the next six months. The share of consumers saying they could not purchase as much with their income as six months earlier rose 13 percentage points to 93%, and the share saying they saved less increased 14 percentage points to 46%.
Central Bank of Aruba2026-06-19
Central Bank of Aruba reports first quarter consumer confidence fell to 92.7 as pessimism widened
The Central Bank of Aruba’s first quarter 2026 Consumer Confidence Survey showed the Consumer Confidence Index fell 3.7 points to 92.7, indicating continued pessimism. Expectations worsened for the economy, jobs, government finances and household finances, while 96% of respondents expected higher prices. Purchasing power concerns also intensified, with 93% saying their income bought less than six months earlier.