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AustraliaAustralia Westpac Consumer Confidence Index fell to 80.6 in June 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Australia Westpac Consumer Confidence Index fell to 80.6 in June 2026, down 2.4 from May's 83 reading. The reading matched the 82 consensus. The print is running well below the 12-month average of 92.3. Over the past 3 months, Westpac Consumer Confidence Index averaged 81.55, vs 92.38 in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 6th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
80.6
Actual
82
Consensus
83
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±4.58
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 83.9
Actual: 80.6
Error: +3.3
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUD/NZD | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bearish AUD | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.48 | CRYPTO | Bearish BTC | → View |
| AUD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.42 | FOREX | Bearish AUD | → View |
| AUD/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.42 | FOREX | Bearish AUD | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Westpac Consumer Confidence Index (Australia) was reported at 80.60 in June 2026. This missed the market consensus of 82.00 by 1.40. The reading fell from the previous value of 83.00. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 92.34, ranging from 80.60 to 103.80 across 12 releases. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a monthly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 85.07, down from the prior three at 92.63. Volatility over the past year (σ 5.87) is higher than the prior year (σ 4.23). In June readings over the past 3 years, Westpac Consumer Confidence Index has averaged 85.60.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with AUD/NZD (Bearish AUD). A secondary relationship exists with BTC/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish BTC). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 4.58.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 14, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Interest Rate Decision (Jun 16) and RBA Rate Statement (Jun 16).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Westpac Consumer Confidence Index — Australia
DEFINITION
The WESTPAC Consumer Confidence Index is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the level of optimism or pessimism among consumers in Australia. It is based on a survey of consumer attitudes towards current economic conditions, future expectations, and purchasing intentions. This index provides valuable insights into consumer spending patterns and can be used by businesses and investors to gauge the overall health of the economy and make informed decisions. With its long history and strong track record, the WESTPAC Consumer Confidence Index is a trusted tool for assessing consumer sentiment and predicting future economic trends.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Sentiment surveys are forward-looking inputs that often lead hard data on output and hiring. Sharp swings can drive cross-asset repricing. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jun 2026): actual 80.6 %, consensus 82 %. Prior reading (May 2026): 83 %. Before that (Apr 2026): 80.1 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with AUD/NZD (Bearish AUD, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.