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Investing.com -- Euro zone consumers are changing their consumption patterns due to anticipated U.S. tariffs, according to a European Central Bank study released Monday.
The ECB’s Economic Bulletin article revealed that consumers are moving away from American products and cutting back on discretionary spending as tariff uncertainties keep significant portions of the bloc’s economy in a state of uncertainty.
"In response to tariff-related concerns, consumers are altering their spending habits in notable ways," the ECB stated in the report.
Despite having accumulated substantial savings since the pandemic period, euro zone consumers have remained cautious about making purchases throughout 2025.
This hesitancy comes as ongoing uncertainty regarding potential tariffs continues to affect key economic sectors across the euro zone.
The study highlights how international trade tensions are directly influencing consumer behavior at the household level, even before any formal tariff implementation.
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