Family spending rises year-on-year | Australian Dealer Information

ABS has reported a 3.6% improve in family spending over the previous 12 months, indicating a rebound from the financial downturn skilled on the finish of 2023.

Robert Ewing, ABS head of enterprise statistics, pointed to a gradual restoration.

“Progress in family spending has risen from its low level in December 2023,” he mentioned.

Transport leads spending surge

Transportation bills surged by 12.3%, pushed by a 4.1% rise in automotive gasoline costs, in keeping with the month-to-month Shopper Worth Index Indicator. The spike in transport prices contains not solely gasoline but additionally an uptick in spending on providers comparable to air journey, excursions, and cruises.

“Shoppers are additionally spending extra on transport providers in comparison with the identical time final yr,” Ewing mentioned in a media launch.

State-wise spending insights

Each Australian state and territory witnessed a year-on-year rise in family spending, with South Australia (7.9%) and the Australian Capital Territory (7.6%) main the pack. Notably, all areas skilled larger development charges than in January, with South Australia showcasing essentially the most important leap from 4% in January to 7.9% in February, ABS reported.

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