Australian household spending rose 0.5% MoM in July 2025 on a current price, seasonally adjusted basis, and increased 5.1% YoY (strongest annual growth since November 2023), reflecting steady growth in consumption.

• Total household spending reached $77.3 billion in July, with the trend estimate up 0.3% MoM and 4.8% YoY, pointing to sustained momentum.

• Goods spending fell -0.3% MoM, weighed down by declines in furniture, household goods, clothing, footwear, and tobacco.

• Services spending rose 1.6% MoM, supported by gains in accommodation services, health services, and other services categories.

• Discretionary spending increased 0.4% MoM, led by accommodation services and transport-related categories.

• Non-discretionary spending rose 0.8% MoM, driven by stronger outlays on health, motor vehicle repairs, and medicines.