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Household resilience tested with cost pressures building in the wake of Iran shock
Higher fuel prices, rising interest rates and weaker confidence are expected to weigh on Australian consumers, even though many have entered the un...
23 April 2026
CommBank FX Barometer shows high rate of hedging during global economic uncertainty
New quarterly barometer to track how Australian businesses are influenced by and manage changes in foreign exchange markets.
22 April 2026
'Two-speed’ housing market tipped to slow as higher rates bite
Australia’s housing market is stronger than expected, but higher rates and new affordability pressures are expected to slow price growth over the n...
17 April 2026
Aussies want electric cars to save money
Rising petrol prices are making electric vehicles more appealing, with fuel savings becoming the biggest reason Australians are considering the swi...
16 April 2026
Petrol prices inflate March spending ahead of expected slowdown
Older Australians and a 23% jump in transport costs pumped up the spending of Australian households in March, but CBA economists say a slowdown is ...
16 April 2026
Unemployment rate steady despite Iran war risks
Effects of the Iran war have not yet caused a spike in Australia's unemployment rate, but the newest labour force figures are unlikely to lessen th...
16 April 2026