2026.05.1410:00:00UTC+00Poland’s Consumer Sentiment Firms in May as PCSI Climbs to 48.20

Polish consumer confidence strengthened in May 2026, with the Thomson Reuters IPSOS Primary Consumer Sentiment Index (PCSI) rising to 48.20, up from 46.32 in April 2026. The latest data, updated on 14 May 2026, indicate improving household sentiment on a month-over-month basis.

The May reading signals a continuation of the upward shift that began in April, with the “actual” comparison reflecting how sentiment in May improved relative to April, while the “previous” frame captures April’s change versus March. Although the index remains below the neutral 50-point threshold, the back-to-back monthly gains suggest Polish consumers are gradually regaining confidence after earlier softness.

Market participants and policymakers will be watching whether this momentum can be sustained in the coming months, as rising consumer sentiment often precedes firmer household spending and can provide support to broader economic activity. For now, the May uptick underscores a cautiously brighter mood among Polish consumers heading into mid-2026.