Low business confidence does not seem to be holding back the economy.
ANZ chief economist Sharon Zollner says electronic card spending rose in the month of August.
She told Mike Hosking that economists are keeping a close eye on key indicators.
"Job advertisements have dropped slightly, but not at an alarming level."
LISTEN ABOVE AS SHARON ZOLLNER SPEAKS TO MIKE HOSKING
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