Household consumption radar

The Household Consumption Radar is an instrument developed by Statistics Netherlands to analyse developments in consumption by Dutch households and place them in some sort of context. Using six indicators – selected on the basis of an econometric study - the radar monitors whether circumstances have developed favourably or unfavourably for Dutch consumption.

Source: Statistics Netherlands
Inside the dotted line: less favourable than average.

Outside the dotted line: more favourable than average.
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Conditions for household consumption less favourable

In December, conditions for Dutch household consumption were less favourable than in the previous month. New data have become available for six indicators. Three indicators deteriorated, three improved. Household consumption is affected by consumers’ expectations, their personal financial situation and developments on the job market. Although the Radar indicators show a strong correlation with household consumption, improved circumstances are not necessarily translated into increased growth.

Manufacturers were more negative about future employment in their company. Consumers were less positive about their financial situation in the next twelve months and the year-on-year increase of the share prices was smaller. However, the year-on-year growth of the employed labour force was slightly higher. Also, consumers were less negative about future unemployment. The price increase year-on-year of owner-occupied dwellings was also higher.

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