Australian Consumer Confidence Rebounds to Optimism After Nearly Four Years

November 2025 Sees Significant Uptick in Consumer Sentiment Amid Economic Shifts

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In a notable shift, Australian consumer sentiment has turned optimistic in November 2025, marking the first positive outlook since early 2022.

The Westpac-Melbourne Institute survey revealed a 12.8% surge in the consumer sentiment index, reaching 103.8.

This level, excluding the pandemic period, represents a seven-year high and indicates that optimists now outnumber pessimists among Australian consumers.

This resurgence in confidence is attributed to improved perceptions of family finances and broader economic conditions. Despite the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) decision to maintain interest rates at 3.6%, consumers appear to be focusing on positive economic indicators, suggesting a potential continuation of the consumer recovery.

Matthew Hassan, Westpac's head of Australian macro-forecasting, described the result as extraordinary and somewhat surprising. He noted that the positive developments have outweighed concerns about interest rates, indicating that the consumer recovery is likely to continue tracking well, at least for now.

For individuals and businesses, this renewed optimism could translate into increased spending and investment, potentially stimulating economic growth. However, it's essential to remain mindful of underlying economic factors and to make financial decisions that align with personal circumstances and long-term goals.

Published:Saturday, 22nd Nov 2025
Source: Paige Estritori

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