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flag Australian spending rose 1.0% in November 2026, with inflation at 3.4%, raising rate hike expectations.

flag Australian household spending rose 1.0% in November 2026, reaching A$79.4 billion, driven by strong demand for goods like clothing, electronics, and furnishings, and a 1.2% increase in services fueled by concerts and sporting events. flag Annual spending growth accelerated to 6.3%, the highest since September 2023, reflecting sustained consumer demand. flag Inflation remains elevated at 3.4% headline and 3.2% core, prompting expectations that the Reserve Bank of Australia may resume rate hikes, with markets pricing in a 25% chance of a February hike and 76% in May.

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