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 9 March 2026
Monday re-issue edition: analysis and forecasts for this week's key releases.
Australia and NZ Weekly 9 March 2026
Friday edition: analysis and forecasts for this week's key releases.
The good, the bad and the simply perplexing
Australia’s economy is in a cyclical upswing, and the latest quarterly accounts suggest there is more supply capacity than some feared. Public sector programs continue to absorb resources, while consumer spending is not as strong as we thought.
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 moderately pessimistic but nervous
A short video update from the Westpac Economics team.
Sentiment up a tick despite rising concerns about economy
The Westpac–Melbourne Institute Consumer Sentiment Index edged 1.2% higher to 91.6 in March from 90.5 in February.
Consumers brace for more rate rises
A short video update from the Westpac Economics team.