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Read independent stock market news, commentary and opinion on Australian retail shares including Woolworths, Coles, Harvey Norman and many more— plus get the names of some ASX retail shares to buy now — from The Motley Fool.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how another $5,000 invested in this high-yield ASX 200 star could boost my dividend income over time!

| Aaron Teboneras

This high-yield ASX 200 retailer has slipped under $1, but its dividend profile remains one of the strongest in the…

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Retail Shares

Agentic commerce could disrupt the traditional ASX retail sector: Here's why

| Samantha Menzies

Agentic commerce could take the sector by storm.

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Retail Shares

As US fast food giants cool off, are ASX 200 favourites back on the menu?

| Leigh Gant

After a global sell-off, ASX 200 fast food stocks might just be serving up the next value opportunity.

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Retail Shares

This ASX giant has now joined the $100-billion club

| Steve Holland

Meet Australia’s newest ‘hectocorn’.

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Retail Shares

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at $7.85

| Tristan Harrison

I think this small company has big potential.

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Share Market News

Where are Australian consumers spending their money in this environment?

| Bronwyn Allen

Macquarie research reveals new spending trends and the best ASX 200 retail stocks to buy now.

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Retail Shares

Interest rates down and renos up: 2 ASX stocks to benefit

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have a lot going for them.

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Retail Shares

Lovisa shares: The bull and bear cases

| Laura Stewart

Let's explore the pros and cons of this popular ASX retailer.

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Recent Retail Shares News

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Retail Shares

Why this ASX 300 furniture retailer is soaring on Monday

| Aaron Teboneras

The Nick Scali share price is soaring after the furniture retailer delivered a solid earnings upgrade.

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Healthcare Shares

Looking for ideas before Christmas? These 2 ASX shares stand out to me

| Aaron Teboneras

Two ASX shares at opposite ends of the market are catching my attention as the year draws to a close.

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Retail Shares

Where will Wesfarmers shares be in 3 years?

| Tristan Harrison

This business continues to be an impressive long-term performer.

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Retail Shares

Bell Potter names three retail stock picks for your Christmas hamper

| Cameron England

These three retail stocks will help set you up for a strong start to 2026, the broker says.

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Share Market News

What could keep Harvey Norman shares climbing in 2026?

| Marc Van Dinther

The property assets and share buyback program could carry the rally into 2026.

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Broker Notes

Broker tips 68% upside for Myer shares following brutal sell-off

| Bart Bogacz

Could a turnaround be on the cards?

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Dividend Investing

Here's how another $5,000 invested in this high-yield ASX 200 star could boost my dividend income over time!

| Aaron Teboneras

This high-yield ASX 200 retailer has slipped under $1, but its dividend profile remains one of the strongest in the…

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Retail Shares

Up 50% in 2025, should you buy Harvey Norman shares before Christmas?

| Bernd Struben

Two leading investment experts deliver their verdicts on Harvey Norman’s surging shares.

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Retail Shares

Why is the Myer share price rocketing 10% on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are piling into Myer shares today. But why?

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Retail Shares

How high does RBC Capital think JB Hi-Fi shares can go?

| Cameron England

JB Hi-Fi shares have been under pressure recently, creating a buying opportunity, RBC Capital Markets says.

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Retail Shares

If I invest $5,000 in Wesfarmers shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

How much income could one of the ASX’s best dividend stocks pay next year?

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Retail Shares

Forecast: Here's what $10,000 invested in Wesfarmers shares could be worth next year

| Tristan Harrison

How much further could Wesfarmers shares go in 2026?

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Opinions

Best ASX retail stock to buy right now: Wesfarmers or Woolworths?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's my pick between the two retail powerhouses.

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Opinions

Is it time to sell your Wesfarmers shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The stock crashed 15% in October.

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Retail Shares

Agentic commerce could disrupt the traditional ASX retail sector: Here's why

| Samantha Menzies

Agentic commerce could take the sector by storm.

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Broker Notes

ASX retail shares: 2 to buy and 1 to sell amid rising inflation

| Bronwyn Allen

What does potentially resurgent inflation mean for the critical Christmas retail period?

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Retail Shares

These 2 ASX 300 shares are bargain buys

| Tristan Harrison

Both of these shares are trading at a cheap price.

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Dividend Investing

An ASX dividend stalwart every Australian should consider buying

| Tristan Harrison

This business has a lot of positives.

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Dividend Investing

Here's the dividend yield on Wesfarmers shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

With Wesfarmers shares taking a dip, the dividend yield has risen.

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Retail Shares

Lovisa shares tank more than 10% on weaker than expected sales growth

| Cameron England

Lovisa shares have been sold off sharply after same-store sales figures missed expectations.

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Broker Notes

What are Macquarie's key picks in the retail space?

| Cameron England

There are some clear winners and losers in the retail sector, with Macquarie naming its key picks.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers shares have doubled my money over the past 3 years. Is it time to buy more?

| Sebastian Bowen

I was fortunate enough to pick up my first tranche of Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES) shares back in June of…

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Retail Shares

As US fast food giants cool off, are ASX 200 favourites back on the menu?

| Leigh Gant

After a global sell-off, ASX 200 fast food stocks might just be serving up the next value opportunity.

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Retail Shares

Macquarie tips nearly 20% upside for this ASX All Ords consumer discretionary stock

| Tristan Harrison

It looks like a great time to consider shopping for this stock.

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Retail Shares

Nick Scali shares spike to record high: How much more upside is left?

| Samantha Menzies

The furniture giant is going from strength to strength.

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Retail Shares

The tills are ringing hot at this youth fashion retailer

| Cameron England

This youth fashion retailer is opening new stores at pace amid a strong start to the year.

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Retail Shares

Why are JB Hi-Fi shares tumbling today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down JB Hi-Fi shares today. But why?

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Retail Shares

As a key competitor hits the skids, what's the outlook for Lovisa shares?

| Cameron England

Its competitor's pain could be Lovisa's gain.

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Retail Shares

Which ASX 200 furniture retailer's shares have hit a new record high on a profit upgrade?

| Cameron England

This retailer's shareholders are celebrating after a strong first-half trading update.

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Retail Shares

This ASX 300 retail stock should deliver double-digit returns, one broker says

| Cameron England

Despite a weaker-than-expected start to the first half, this retail stock is still worth a look.

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Retail Shares

Super Retail shares lifting on big leadership news

| Bernd Struben

Super Retail is shoring up its group leadership team.

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Retail Shares

Forecast: Here's what $5,000 invested in Wesfarmers shares could be worth next year

| Tristan Harrison

This business has delivered for shareholders. Is there more to come?

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Broker Notes

Up 75% this year, does JP Morgan see further upside for Temple & Webster shares?

| Laura Stewart

Can this high-flying ASX retailer keep rising?

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Retail Shares

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2030 for Wesfarmers shares

| Tristan Harrison

The Bunnings and Kmart owner has a promising outlook.

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Retail Shares

Down 12% in September, are Lovisa shares a buy the dip opportunity?

| Laura Stewart

The fast fashion retailer has soared nearly 400% in 5 years.

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Broker Notes

Why does JP Morgan have an underweight rating on Wesfarmers shares?

| Laura Stewart

Read on to find out what's behind the rating.

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Broker Notes

3 reasons Myer shares could surge 68%

| Bernd Struben

A top broker forecasts a big rebound ahead for Myer shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

The surprising retail stocks not to buy as consumer confidence bounces back

| Cameron England

Consumer confidence is bouncing back, but not all retail shares are good buying, Wilsons Advisory says.

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Retail Shares

1 on-trend Australian clothing stock to buy now — and 1 to absolutely avoid

| Samantha Menzies

Falling interest rates has helped reignite consumer spending.

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Retail Shares

Myer shares crashed 25% on Tuesday's shocking earnings results. Time to buy?

| Bernd Struben

Are Myer shares finally primed for a big rebound?

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