The services-sector outlook improved for July to December 2026, recording a net weighted balance of +13%, according to the Department of Statistics. For Q3 2026, the services sector reported a net weighted operating-revenue forecast of +14%, with all industries expecting improvement. Accommodation led the revenue outlook at +33%, followed by wholesale trade at +27% and recreation, community and personal services at +20%. The employment outlook recorded a net weighted balance of +10%. Administrative and support services had the strongest hiring forecast at +23%, driven by expected demand for cleaning, landscape maintenance and security services.