The Eurozone industrial confidence indicator fell to -7.1 in February 2026, slightly down from January’s near three-year high of -6.8 and below market expectations of -6.1. The decline was driven by a weaker assessment of finished goods stocks, partly offset by improved order book evaluations and largely stable production expectations. Separately, managers expressed more positive views on recent production trends and export order books, suggesting underlying resilience despite the dip in overall sentiment.
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Eurozone Industrial Confidence Dips in February
The Eurozone industrial confidence indicator fell to -7.1 in February 2026, slightly down from January’s near three-year high of -6.8 and below market expectations of -6.1. The decline was driven by a weaker assessment of finished goods stocks, partly offset by improved order book evaluations and largely stable production expectations. Separately, managers expressed more positive views on recent production trends and export order books, suggesting underlying resilience despite the dip in overall sentiment.