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Recreation going backwards as household spending taps the brakes in April
Australians’ spending dropped in April after a fuel-driven surge in March, with transport and recreation leading the pullback, CommBank’s latest Ho...
14 May 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
Tennis and summer events lift January spending but headwinds on the horizon
Australians began the year spending on a mix of fun and necessities, but higher interest rates and slowing income growth may change the picture thr...
13 February 2026
Festive season fuels food and drink spending splurge in December
Entertaining and eating out made a Christmas comeback at the end of 2025, as the end of energy rebates sparked higher spending on utilities.
15 January 2026
Spending climbs in October, but inflation clouds recovery
The RBA is closely watching the impact of price rises ahead of upcoming rate decisions.
12 November 2025
Household spending continues to rise as Aussies stream, game, and upgrade into spring
Continued growth in household spending signals that the Australian economy is gaining momentum.
16 October 2025