Consumer spending, China’s economic stimulus and potentially higher dividend payouts are in focus during Australia’s earnings season this month as investors assess whether the market can extend its rally into uncharted territory.

Traders will be keeping an eye on the outlooks of Australia’s largest companies amid expectations the Reserve Bank will ease policy this year. Miners’ views on sluggish commodity prices and the effectiveness of China’s efforts to shore up its economy will also be monitored.

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