The Central Bank of Ecuador reported that the Economic Expectations Index stood at 53.2 points in June 2026, down 0.8 points from May but remaining above the 50-point threshold for a fifth consecutive month. The reading indicates that businesses maintained favorable expectations for economic activity. Construction recorded the highest confidence at 57.5 points, followed by services at 55.5. Manufacturing returned to positive territory at 50.3, supported by activity in sugar, palm agroindustry and construction materials. Trade fell 7.6 points to 49.5 amid higher logistics costs for agricultural inputs and weaker sales of gasoline vehicles, partly offset by demand for sporting goods and hybrid and electric vehicles.
Central Bank of Ecuador2026-08-04
Central Bank of Ecuador reports economic expectations index at 53.2, fifth consecutive month above confidence threshold
The Central Bank of Ecuador reported that the Economic Expectations Index remained above the confidence threshold for a fifth consecutive month, reaching 53.2 points in June 2026 despite a 0.8-point monthly decline. Construction led at 57.5 points, while trade dropped below the threshold to 49.5.