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Australian Spending Surges, Signaling Economic Recovery
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Australian household spending surged in November, reaching its highest annual growth in over two years, driven by Black Friday sales and major concerts. Services and goods spending both increased, with furnishings, clothing, and electronics seeing significant gains. Every state and territory experienced growth, indicating robust consumer confidence and a strong economic recovery. Checkout Solipillow.com
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