Australia’s GDP grew by 0.6% qoq in Q4, exceeding expectations of 0.5% qoq, while annual growth stood at 1.3% yoy. A key highlight was the 0.1% qoq per capita GDP growth, marking the first increase after seven consecutive quarters of contraction.
According to Katherine Keenan, head of national accounts at the ABS, “Modest growth was seen broadly across the economy this quarter.” She noted that both public and private spending contributed positively, alongside a rise in exports of goods and services.