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Retail Shares

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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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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A blonde woman shows off her ring to two excited friends with Michael Hill Jeweller among the top ASX retail shares of FY22
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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Retail Shares

3 ASX 200 retail shares that ripped in 2024 despite the cost-of-living crisis

| Bronwyn Allen

Most Australian consumers did it tough last year amid higher interest rates and retail prices.

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Recent Retail Shares News

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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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Broker Notes

Three retail stocks to buy as consumer confidence bounces back

| Cameron England

Consumer confidence is bouncing back, but some retail stocks represent better buying than others. Here are three to have a…

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Retail Shares

Why is Premier Investments the biggest loser on the ASX 200 today?

| Cameron England

Premier Investments shares have copped a drubbing after Myer disappointed the market with a poor profit result.

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Dividend Investing

Dividends on the chopping block at retail giant

| Cameron England

Myer has a turnaround plan in place, but that's cold comfort for shareholders who won't get a final dividend this…

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Retail Shares

Up 59% since April, are Harvey Norman shares still a good buy today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the outlook for Harvey Norman’s surging shares.

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Retail Shares

How many Wesfarmers shares would it take to earn $1,000 annual passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

Wesfarmers shares have had a great run this year.

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Retail Shares

Super Retail shares tumbling on shock CEO dismissal

| Bernd Struben

Super Retail Group’s CEO was shown the exit today. Here’s what’s happening.

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Retail Shares

JB Hi-Fi kicks off the new financial year in style with strong sales

| Cameron England

Sales of consumer electronics remain robust, supporting positive sentiment for JB Hi-Fi shares.

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Retail Shares

Should I buy ASX retail stocks before the Christmas season?

| Aaron Bell

Here’s the pros and cons of targeting these shares before Christmas. 

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Retail Shares

3 things about Wesfarmers stock every smart investor knows 

| Tristan Harrison

This retail giant has some impressive features.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers shares: Buy, hold, or sell?

| Bernd Struben

Two leading experts deliver their verdicts on Wesfarmers shares.

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Retail Shares

Why is the Super Retail share price tumbling today?

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX 200 retail share has dropped heavily into the red on Monday.

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Retail Shares

If I invest $10,000 in Wesfarmers shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

How much income can the owner of Kmart and Bunnings provide investors?

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