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EV interest surges 100% as fuel pressures bite Australians

Personal Finance Savings

Demand for electric vehicles has increased across Australia from both businesses and households as they look to reduce exposure to volatile fuel costs and futureproof their transport needs, new NAB insights reveal.

27 March 2026 | 2 min read

NAB Quarterly Business Survey, Q1 2026: Conditions and confidence down

Economic Market News

NAB's Q1 Business Survey shows business confidence has weakened, while business conditions have broadly held up, suggesting activity has retained some momentum despite a more cautious outlook.

26 March 2026 | 3 min read

Room to grow: Aussies turn to granny flats as renovation loans surge

Personal Finance Savings

Australians are rethinking their backyards – and it’s not just about a new lawn or fancy decking. NAB data shows renovation loans have jumped 21% in 2025, surpassing growth seen in the previous two years. Many homeowners are using this financing to build granny flats to create more space, boost income and unlock extra value from the land they already own.  

25 March 2026 | 2 min read

NAB Economy Watch: A more treacherous phase

Economic Market News

NAB Economics & Markets Research has today published a new cross-asset note, A More Treacherous Phase, outlining its key views and forecasts as the Middle East conflict moves into its fourth week.

24 March 2026 | 3 min read

Forward View Australia: March 2026 - Too many shocks too little slack

Economic Market News

The economy ended 2025 in a strong position though activity indicators in 2026 have been a little more mixed.

23 March 2026 | 3 min read

NAB support for customers impacted by Cyclone Narelle

Disaster Relief

NAB is offering disaster relief assistance to customers affected by the severe weather caused by Cyclone Narelle in Far North Queensland.

20 March 2026 | 1 min read