FX.co ★ Australia Imports Notch Another Record High

In September 2025, Australia saw a 1.1% month-on-month increase in goods imports, setting a new record at AUD 40.64 billion. This growth follows a notable 3.3% increase in the previous month and reflects a reduction in global trade uncertainty. Capital goods imports rose significantly by 6.7%, reaching AUD 10.57 billion, spurred by substantial increases in capital goods not elsewhere specified (91.4%), automatic data processing equipment (4.4%), and machinery and industrial equipment (3.0%). Conversely, imports of intermediate goods and other merchandise decreased by 0.4% to AUD 16.12 billion, affected by declines in processed industrial supplies (-2.2%), other parts for capital goods (-2.6%), and fuels and lubricants (-1.4%). Additionally, consumption goods imports fell by 1.2% to AUD 12.56 billion, primarily due to a sharp drop in textiles, clothing, and footwear (-6.8%), alongside food and beverage products. Meanwhile, non-monetary gold imports decreased by 0.9% to AUD 1.39 billion.