REVEALED: How COVID-19 has hit SA’s spending habits

South Australians doubled their spending on groceries in the wake of social distancing enforcement measures while universities and Asian restaurants have been among the hardest hit sectors, new research reveals.

“Pretty grim”: Report forecasts weak SA economic growth for 2020

Businesses are investing little, local consumers aren’t spending and the prospects of effective economic stimulus seem poor, according to a University of Adelaide economic report published today.

Spending on tobacco products has hit a record low. Photo: Sara Matzec / Flickr

SA spending on tobacco at record low - but booze still soars

South Australians’ spending on cigarettes and other tobacco products has hit a record low – but expenditure on alcohol is approaching a new peak, latest figures show.

Consumers opt for experiences over goods

Consumers are spending more on concerts and going to the movies but staying away from the shops, particularly clothing stores, a new survey of spending shows.

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REVEALED: How COVID-19 has hit SA’s spending habits

“Pretty grim”: Report forecasts weak SA economic growth for 2020

SA spending on tobacco at record low - but booze still soars

Consumers opt for experiences over goods