Japan’s household spending rose in September for a fifth month, providing support for an economy that analysts say contracted in the third quarter https://t.co/PHUiLdUEMJ ...

UK households were more inclined to splash out on big-ticket items in October than at any point in almost four years despite the threat of tax increases, according to a long-running survey of consumer sentiment https://t.co/KdlVinGiol ...

Core Insights - Despite the ongoing trade war, government shutdown, and sluggish job market, consumer spending remains robust [1] Group 1 - The trade war continues to impact economic conditions, yet households are maintaining their spending levels [1] - Government shutdown has not significantly deterred consumer confidence or spending habits [1] - The job market is sluggish, but this has not translated into reduced household expenditure [1]

Japan’s household spending rose for a fourth month, showing resilience amid persistent inflation as the central bank continues to mull the timing of its next interest rate hike https://t.co/pVzeVXnKgG ...

Economic Indicators - Australia's household spending in August was weaker than expected [1] Monetary Policy Implications - The weaker household spending data strengthens the argument for the Reserve Bank of Australia to consider resuming policy easing as early as next month [1]

Australia’s household spending accelerated in July on strong growth in services, reinforcing expectations the Reserve Bank will keep interest rates unchanged later this month https://t.co/AhkcyLuPj8 ...

Economic Recovery - New Zealand retail sales unexpectedly increased in the second quarter, indicating a potential economic recovery [1] - Lower interest rates are starting to support household spending [1]

Household Spending - Australia's household spending was weaker than expected in June [1] - Consumers reduced spending on services [1]

Japan’s household spending rose the most since the summer of 2022 amid persistent inflation, providing support for an economy that’s taking a hit from US tariffs https://t.co/woXq25Y4xS ...