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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

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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Retail Shares

Lovisa shares are up more than 100% since April. Are they still a buy?

| Laura Stewart

Does the fast fashion retailer have further to run?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie just downgraded Woolworths shares. What's its new price target?

| Samantha Menzies

Woolworths posted its FY25 results yesterday.

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Retail Shares

Why I think this was one of the best ASX dividend share results

| Tristan Harrison

This dividend-paying business is delivering very attractive results.

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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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Broker Notes

Time to buy ASX retail shares as household spending rebounds?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian Bureau of Statistics has reported higher household spending amid rising consumer confidence.

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Broker Notes

7 ASX retail shares to buy as Aussies start spending again: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported a 'retail sales surge' in June with 1.2% higher turnover.

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Retail Shares

ASX retail shares outperform on Thursday amid a 'sales surge' in June

| Bronwyn Allen

Retail sector heavyweights experienced strong share price gains today.

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Retail Shares

Cettire shares tumble 26% to record low on US tariff news

| Bronwyn Allen

Cettire has issued a statement after the US ended the de minimis duty exemption overnight.

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Retail Shares

$10,000 invested in this ASX 200 retailer 1 year ago is now worth $24,585

| Samantha Menzies

Can the share price continue climbing higher?

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Retail Shares

Are Lovisa shares a buy before earnings season?

| Laura Stewart

Is the fast-fashion retailer good value today?

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Retail Shares

Are Wesfarmers shares a buy before earnings season?

| Laura Stewart

What could the next 12 months look like?

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Retail Shares

Up 185% in 5 years, how much further upside does Macquarie predict for Nick Scali shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The furniture retailer acquired UK-based Fabb Furniture in April last year.

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Retail Shares

Ka-ching! 5 fastest growing ASX 200 retail shares of FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

After strong share price growth, do brokers think these ASX 200 retail stocks have more room to run?

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Retail Shares

Coles vs Woolworths shares: which is the best buy?

| Samantha Menzies

Competition in Australia's supermarket sector will heat up further.

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Retail Shares

Are Lovisa shares overvalued?

| Laura Stewart

Has the fast fashion retailer already peaked this year?

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Retail Shares

Is the Wesfarmers share price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Does this stock enough on the income side of things to be appealing?

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Retail Shares

ASX retail stock down 92% in 16 months faces 'challenging outlook': expert

| Bronwyn Allen

It's been a big fall from grace for this ASX retail stock after being the fastest riser of the All…

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Retail Shares

The pros and cons of buying Wesfarmers shares this month

| Tristan Harrison

There’s a lot to think about with this impressive retail giant…

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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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Retail Shares

Overinvested in Wesfarmers shares? Here are two alternative ASX retail stocks

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could complement an investment in Wesfarmers.

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Retail Shares

The share price of this All Ords stock has jumped higher again. Here's why

| Samantha Menzies

Here's why Myer's share price is outperforming.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers shares recently hit a 52-week high. Can they go higher?

| Tristan Harrison

This business continues to impress investors.

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Retail Shares

Would Warren Buffett buy Lovisa shares right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a sparkly opportunity?

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Earnings Results

Why did Myer shares just rocket 9%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into Myer shares on Friday. But why?

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Retail Shares

Can Lovisa's new high profile CEO take Lovisa shares to new heights?

| Laura Stewart

Is Lovisa about to embark on a new era of growth?

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Retail Shares

After soaring 244% in 5 years, how much further upside does Macquarie tip for Nick Scali shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The broker's expectations remain steady.

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Retail Shares

Buying the dip: $5,000 invested in Lovisa shares a month ago is now worth…

| Laura Stewart

It's been an outstanding first month for new Lovisa shareholders.

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