The Beforepay Beat

EOFY drives 32% jump in durable shopping as June records the biggest monthly increase in household spending this year - Beforepay’s Cost of Living Index.

Household utility spending increased 4.8% to a daily average spend of $7.04 in May, according to the latest Beforepay Cost of Living Index.

Australians cut back on spending in April 2025, with significant drops in utility bills and fitness expenses, according to the Beforepay Cost of Living Index.

Australians prioritise health and fitness, driving an 8.3% increase in daily average spending for the category in March 2025.

Australians face rising living costs in February 2025 with increases in fuel, utilities, and shopping expenses, according to Beforepay's Cost of Living Index.

Australians prioritised health in January 2025, with fitness spending up 27.4% YoY despite a post-holiday spending dip.

December 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index sees a sharp 11.1% month-on-month increase in daily average spend; 13.6% year-on-year.

November 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index shows steady spending with a slight month-on-month decline in the lead-up to Christmas.

A 7.1% drop in petrol and auto expenses drove an overall month-on-month decrease in daily average spending for October 2024.

Australians spent $66 on Christmas 2023, fuelled by lower petrol prices, according to the December 2023 Cost of Living Index.

Australians increased their daily average spending by 1.5% in September 2024, driven by higher expenditures on entertainment and utilities.

Beforepay Cost of Living Index shows 7.3% drop in average daily spend for August, down to $65.74 from $70.55 in July following mid-year sales.