19.02.202607:00:00UTC+00Turkey’s Consumer Confidence Edges Higher in February, Signals Slight Improvement in Sentiment

Turkey’s consumer sentiment improved modestly in February 2026, with the consumer confidence index rising to 85.7 from 83.7 in January 2026, according to data updated on 19 February 2026. The uptick suggests that households are feeling slightly more optimistic about their financial outlook and the broader economic environment compared with the start of the year.

While the index remains below the neutral 100 threshold that typically separates pessimism from optimism, the second consecutive monthly gain points to a gradual recovery in confidence. The increase may indicate that consumers are becoming somewhat more willing to spend, which could provide cautious support to domestic demand in the coming months. Investors and policymakers are likely to watch upcoming releases closely to see whether February’s improvement develops into a more sustained trend in Turkish consumer sentiment.