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2022 Press Releases
Boxing Day Sales Survey: Clothes, Shoes and Electronics Are Hot on Aussies’ List for 2022
20 Dec 2022
As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into consumer trends and spending habits, we take a look at whether 2022’s Boxing Day sales will be a hot prospect in the light…
In addition to researching the financial wellbeing of Australians, Savvy is taking an interest in creating a snapshot of the overall health and wellbeing of Australians. In this article, we…
A new survey into Christmas spending has revealed that Australians will still be investing a substantial amount this year, despite inflation and rising cost of living expenses. Australians will spend…
Black Friday 2022 Survey: Aussies are Set to Spend Big on Clothes and Electronics This Black Friday
22 Nov 2022
As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into consumer behaviour and economic wellbeing, we take a look at spending habits of Australians around the “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday” pre-Christmas sales….
As keen observers of financial wellbeing in Australia, Savvy takes a look at the numbers in Australia, doing a deep dive into the health of finances among the general population….
Share Investing in Australia, 2022 Survey: 67% of Women Own No Shares, Compared to 53% of Men
04 Nov 2022
Savvy takes a look at personal finance trends relating to investments in the share market. 67% of Australian women have not invested in shares, compared to 53% of men 15%…
Superannuation in Australia, 2022 Survey: Men Twice as Likely as Women to Have a Higher Balance
26 Oct 2022
Savvy breaks down the key stats on superannuation in Australia for men and women of different age groups. 44% of men currently have a superannuation balance of more than $100,000,…
Cybercrime is one of the biggest security threats currently facing all Australians. That’s why Savvy has put together some tips to help you and your family protect themselves against cybercrime….
Savvy takes a look at the banking habits of Australians and what they’re using to conduct day to day transactions. Only 45% of 18-24s use online banking, compared to 83%…
EV Charging At Home In Australia
29 Sep 2022
Savvy looks at the feasibility of charging electric vehicles at home and whether the Australian electricity grid will be able to accommodate more EVs on the road, by examining the…
A Quarter of Aussies Save $250 or Less Per Month
20 Sep 2022
Savvy’s new personal finance survey of 1002 Australians discovers people's average monthly savings, where they put their money and how they feel about inflation. 24% of Aussies save $250 or…
As part of Savvy’s research into cost-of-living pressures, many Australians are worried that flat wage growth will not keep up with soaring inflation. 30% of Australians report they are “extremely…
Savvy analyses the latest Climate Council data, showing an increasing number of properties in Australia will face skyrocketing home insurance premiums due to climate change related extreme weather events, including:…
Towing Capacity of SUVs Available in Australia
05 Aug 2022
One of the most frequently asked questions at dealerships and in second-hand sales of SUVs is, “how much can it tow?” The towing capacity of some SUV models varies across…
Feeling the Pinch: 25.7% of Australian Mortgage Holders Have Seen Repayments Rise by Over 6%
03 Aug 2022
Savvy's survey investigates the impact of interest rate rises on mortgage holders to learn how much repayments have risen and how Australians plan to cope with the increase. 52% of…
As part of our ongoing investigation into the rising cost of living, Savvy takes a look at rising fuel costs and their effects on everyday Australians. 46% of Australians are…
Over 2021-2022, over 80% of Australian households bought something online – spending $62.3 billion with a growth factor of 12.3%. Savvy investigates the latest AusPost data to learn who is…
With Australians feeling the chill this winter, Savvy looks at what people are doing to save on home heating expenses and deal with soaring electricity prices. 70% of women say…
With EV sales making up a small 1.6% of all new vehicle registrations in 2021, one of the most cited reasons that people are reluctant to take up electric vehicles…
Savvy's second 2022 cost of living survey, of 1003 Australians, learns what impact inflation and higher prices are having at the checkout. 33% of those surveyed said their grocery bills…
Australia’s soaring inflation has made it increasingly difficult for households to pay essential expenses. House costs, petrol prices and groceries are the biggest culprits. It raises the question, how do…
As Australians increasingly turn to electric vehicles for their next car purchase, many may be wondering what incentives are offered in their state or territory. In this report, Savvy has…
28% of Mortgage Holders Can Absorb Interest Rate Hike; 26% Will Experience Mortgage Stress
20 Jun 2022
Savvy's 2022 cost of living survey learns how interest rate hikes are affecting Australian mortgage holders. 44% of Australian mortgage holders spend between $251-$500 in weekly repayments 23% of mortgage…
Savvy's 2022 cost of living survey learns how rising rents are impacting average Australians. 1.42 million Australians devote 31-45% of their income to rent 1.12 million report spending 46%-60% of…
With the End of Financial Year (EOFY) approaching and cryptocurrency holders wincing at the recent crash across the major coins, Australians new to the world of cryptocurrency may be wondering…
Savvy's 2022 survey of 1005 Aussies learns how rising utility prices are affecting the cost of living in Australia. Estimated 8.7 million Australians cite utility prices as the greatest cost…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, international student numbers dropped dramatically. With borders reopening, Savvy takes a deep dive into the numbers to see if there’s a rebound. 750k international students…
Australia’s online shopping industry is worth over $47 billion dollars. The market size has grown by 8.9% in 2022, proving that more consumers are choosing online shopping over bricks and…
Savvy's 2022 survey of 1005 Aussies learns how rising fuel prices are affecting the cost of living in Australia. 64% of survey respondents say fuel costs are of “greatest concern”…
In the wake of a 2018 Royal Commission into the Banking Sector and numerous government interventions, is mortgage lending competitive in Australia? Is the Big 4 as dominant as we…
Australian Car Accidents Report 2022
27 Apr 2022
The Australian Government released some sobering news in April: road fatalities have spiked 2.7% in the last 12 months, the largest increase in incidents since 2018. More than 1,100 people…
Savvy's 2022 survey of 1005 Aussies learns how inflation and increasing grocery prices are affecting the cost of living in Australia. 62% of Australians are concerned about increases in the…
Where To from Here: Mortgages in Australia 2022
14 Apr 2022
With RBA interest rates at all-time lows, house prices skyrocketing and inflation on the rise, interest rates look set to inevitably rise during 2022. Savvy’s analysis of the latest data…
Cybercrime on the Rise in 2022, after Australians Lost Over $300 million to Scams Last Year
30 Mar 2022
The Covid-19 pandemic has given scammers and hackers an advantage. As remote work pushes more Australians online, the jump in cybercrime hits record-high rates sparking major concerns for businesses and…
The State of Electric Trucks in Australia
25 Mar 2022
Savvy’s examination of Electric Vehicle Council and Australian Trucking Association data finds that to meet the country’s CO2 emissions reduction targets and reach net-zero by 2050, Australia needs to electrify…
Savvy's 2022 representative survey of 1000 New South Wales & Queensland residents learns about insurance cover of everyday Australians, their experience with extreme weather, perception of risk and beliefs regarding…
Wine in Australia: Still the Taste of the World?
10 Mar 2022
In the last several years the Australian wine industry has faced significant negative impacts from the pandemic, freight disruptions and international tariffs on exports. Despite this, annual revenue growth projections…
56% of Australians say it is the responsibility of the government to enforce workplace vaccines and uniform the law across all states Under half of respondents support employers mandating vaccines…
How to Check Your Credit Score in 2022
01 Mar 2022
Do you know what your credit score is, or what’s on your credit history? 73% of Australians don’t know their credit score. Your credit score is a number between zero…
The State of Craft Beer in Australia 2022
21 Feb 2022
The craft beer industry in Australia has been going from strength to strength over the past two years, as microbreweries capture a modest but ever-increasing portion of the overall beer…
Savvy's representative survey of 1003 Australians learns people's spending and travel intentions for the 2022 Easter break. Highlights: 73% of Australians plan to spend their savings this Easter 23% plan…
Are you keen to experience that new car smell of an EV? The driving influence for many is the excitement of a game-changer, chance to do the right thing and…
Older Australians aged 55 to 65+ years have embraced smart home devices and become more tech-savvy, according to new statistics. But they are not the only ones taking advantage. Savvy…
Australian Renewable Energy Report 2021: Production, Consumption and What That Means for your Bills
01 Feb 2022
Do renewable energies reduce the cost of electricity? Savvy has reviewed Australian energy prices, how we use renewables now and in the future and what this all means for you. How can…
The COVID-19 pandemic and government response to it has been hard on many Australian families. In the early days of the pandemic, when governments across the globe were shutting down…
A new survey of 1,000 Australian parents delved into the past two years of on-and-off at home learning, financial stresses, and how much they will be spending on essential educational…
Australian Home Burglary and Security Statistics 2021: Incidents Dropped, but Don’t be Complacent
14 Jan 2022
No one likes to be broken into. Savvy has rounded up the Australian burglary and home security 2021 figures to keep you informed. What are the numbers of home burglaries,…
Three-quarters of Australians Likely to Take Domestic Holidays in 2022, Despite COVID-19 Hesitancy
06 Jan 2022
Two years into the pandemic, Australia has high vaccination rates and most of its domestic borders are open. Yet, what are our thoughts about going on a domestic holiday in…
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