NAB Housing Monitor March 2026

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

Business confidence fell sharply in March as heightened global uncertainty weighed heavily on sentiment, while business conditions remained resilient, according to the latest NAB Monthly Business Survey.

14 April 2026 | 3 min read