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Consumer confidence slips back on oil price uncertainty

The proportion of households thinking it's a good time to buy a major household item fell five points.

  • Consumer confidence in Australia drops to 98 from 100
  • Oil price uncertainty cited as main cause for decline
  • 22% see better financial situation next year

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