Australian economic reports
A review of the week's important data and events as well as key information affecting the Australian market - prepared by Westpac Economics.
Latest Australia and New Zealand weekly
Australia and NZ Weekly 16 February 2026
Monday re-issue edition: analysis and forecasts for this week's key releases.
Australia and NZ Weekly 16 February 2026
Friday edition: analysis and forecasts for this week's key releases.
The under-appreciated effects of FX appreciation
The USD sell-off has caused the AUD to appreciate beyond what the recent shift in the rates outlook would imply.
Morning Report
Morning Report
Today's economic developments and market movements.
Morning Report
Today's economic developments and market movements.
Morning Report
Today's economic developments and market movements.
Westpac - Melbourne Institute Consumer Sentiment Index
Consumers brace for more rate rises
A short video update from the Westpac Economics team.
Consumer sentiment slips as interest rates rise
The Westpac–Melbourne Institute Consumer Sentiment Index declined 2.6% to 90.5 in February from 92.9 in January.
Consumer sentiment’s creeping pessimism
A short video update from the Westpac's Chief Economist.