empty
 
 

2021.04.1401:05:00UTC+00Australia Consumer Confidence Index Jumps 6.2% In April - Westpac

Consumer confidence in Australia spiked in April, the latest survey from Wetspac Bank and the Melbourne Institute revealed on Wednesday - jumping 6.2 percent on month to a reading of 118.8.

That's the highest reading for the index since August 2010.

Those employed in the recreational services and hospitality industries showed very big sentiment gains (+23 percent and +14 percent, respectively), suggesting the further easing in COVID restrictions.

There were also big sentiment gains amongst those working in construction (+17.3 percent), including trades (+18.5 percent) and laborers (+14.6 percent), suggesting the surge in housing construction activity is also providing a significant uplift.

  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Chancy Deposit
    Deposit your account with $3,000 and get $9000 more!
    In May we raffle $9000 within the Chancy Deposit campaign!
    Get a chance to win by depositing $3,000 to a trading account. Having fulfilled this condition, you become a campaign participant.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Trade Wise, Win Device
    Top up your account with at least $500, sign up for the contest, and get a chance to win mobile devices.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • 100% Bonus
    Your unique opportunity to get a 100% bonus on your deposit
    GET BONUS
  • 55% Bonus
    Apply for a 55% bonus on your every deposit
    GET BONUS
  • 30% Bonus
    Receive a 30% bonus every time you top up your account
    GET BONUS


Can't speak right now?
Ask your question in the chat.
Widget callback