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[Economic Security Indicators – March 2026] National Economic Perception Index Drops by Largest Percentage on Record
The national economic perception index, which hit an all-time high last month, fell by the largest margin on record and returned to the level of last December. The household economic perception index also dropped sharply, recording its lowest figure since April of last year. This is interpreted as the U.S.-Iran war having a negative impact on perceptions of the national and household economies.
[Economic Security Indicators – February 2026] Household Economic Perception Index and National Economic Perception Index at All-Time Highs
The household economic perception index increased compared to last month, once again reaching an all-time high. The national economic perception index also saw its largest increase since June of last year, reaching an all-time high.
[Economic Security Index – January 2026] Current household economic situation assessment reaches all-time high, and the national economic perception index also rebounds. Gallery[Economic Security Index – January 2026] Current household economic situation assessment reaches all-time high, and the national economic perception index also rebounds.
[Economic Security Index – January 2026] Current household economic situation assessment reaches all-time high, and the national economic perception index also rebounds.
The household economic awareness index reached an all-time high, and the national economic awareness index rose to its highest level since measurement began. Meanwhile, national security awareness remained largely unchanged from last month.
- [Economic Security Index – December 2025] The National Economic Perception Index fell to the level of two months ago, and the National Security Perception Index also fell. Gallery
[Economic Security Index – December 2025] The National Economic Perception Index fell to the level of two months ago, and the National Security Perception Index also fell.
[Economic Security Index – December 2025] The National Economic Perception Index fell to the level of two months ago, and the National Security Perception Index also fell.
The national economic perception index, which had risen sharply, fell 13 points, returning to October levels. The national security perception index also declined compared to the previous month.
[Economic Security Index – November 2025] National Economic Perception Index and National Security Perception Index both reach four-year highs.
Both assessments of the current national economic situation and future outlook have significantly improved, with the National Economic Perception Index reaching its highest level since November 2021. Assessments and outlooks on the national security situation also rose significantly, with the National Security Perception Index reaching its highest level in four years.
[Economic Security Indicators – October 2025] Household Economy, National Economy, and National Security Perception Indices All Decline
The household economy, national economy, and national security perception indices all declined compared to the previous survey. In particular, the outlook for the future worsened even more than the assessment of the current situation, resulting in the household economic outlook falling below zero for the first time since the current administration took office.