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Australian Retail Sector Defies Higher Rates as Spending, Income Growth and Investment Surge
Summary
Australia's retail property sector has maintained momentum through 2026, supported by strong consumer spending, rising incomes, increased investment activity and stable yields. Transaction volumes have also remained elevated, according to the latest industry review.
Stable yields and stronger income growth have offset the pressure from higher borrowing costs, keeping
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Retail property is showing resilience that could support valuations and investment activity even as financing remains expensive.