NAB Housing Monitor – February 2026

Australia’s economic outlook has become more uncertain, with higher fuel prices weighing on growth and adding fresh pressure to inflation, according to NAB’s Australian Forward View.

24 April 2026 | 3 min read

The course of the US/Israel–Iran conflict remains a key risk for the global economy, particularly through its impact on energy supply and shipping via the Strait of Hormuz. While growth forecasts have been trimmed only modestly, elevated oil prices and shifting expectations for interest rates are increasing pressure on energy‑importing and emerging economies.

23 April 2026 | 3 min read

Australian consumer spending rose 2.1 percent in March, driven by a sharp increase in fuel spending due to higher prices, according to NAB’s latest Consumer Spend Trend report.

15 April 2026 | 3 min read