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Business sales slide in July as consumers rein in their spending
8:47AM | Wednesday, 22 AugustThe Commonwealth Bank Business Sales Indicator fell 5.4% in seasonally adjusted terms in July, while another survey shows the small business sector has become increasingly pessimistic about the economy.
Retail sales record 25-month high ahead of Christmas
11:55AM | Friday, 18 NovemberOctober was the best month for retailers in 25 months, according to the Commonwealth Bank Business Sales Indicator, suggesting Christmas sales may not be as dismal as initially thought.
Consumer optimism dubbed a “mirage” as BSI falls 0.3%
7:34AM | Wednesday, 20 JulyThe recent optimism about consumer spending has been labeled a “mirage” by a leading economist, with the latest Commonwealth Bank Business Sales Indicator falling by 0.3%.
