Individual Profile: Alan Oster

5 posts

Chief Economist at NAB

Business confidence

Business confidence and conditions hit new highs

All states recorded an increase in confidence, according to NAB

Expectations for the budget: NAB Chief Economist

Believes the budget will focus more on growth than keeping businesses afloat

Cashless retail rebounds in January: NAB

Small spend share categories – such as takeaway – contributed to the rebound
Tap and go cashless retail

Cashless retail better than expected: NAB

NAB figures show the “feared slowing” of retail has not eventuated

Top Articles

PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards returns to Australia for a landmark ninth edition

With entries closing 10 July, the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) has officially launched its ninth edition.

2026 set to redefine Australia’s property market

Rising demand and tight supply are driving strong growth across Australia’s property markets in 2026.

Where should you invest: Metropolitan or regional markets?

Explore the pros and cons of metropolitan vs. regional property markets.