Australia’s NAB Business Survey for September 2026 indicates that business conditions have remained unchanged, with the key indicator holding steady at -1. This matches the reading recorded in August 2026, suggesting that overall sentiment in the business sector has neither improved nor deteriorated over the month.
The flat reading at -1 underscores a period of stability rather than recovery, as conditions remain marginally in negative territory. While there is no sign of a further downturn based on this data, the survey does not yet point to a clear rebound in business activity or confidence across the economy.
The latest figures, updated on 13 October 2026, will be closely watched by market participants and policymakers as they assess the momentum of Australia’s business sector heading into the final quarter of the year.