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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

As reporting season looms, where will the market head next and what should you be buying?

| Cameron England

Check out what the experts are saying.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A $10,000 stake in this ASX 200 stock bought in January is now worth $26,000

| Kevin Gandiya

Eagers Automotive has turned a $10,000 stake bought in January into $26,000, powered by electric vehicles, used cars, and now…

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Broker Notes

ASX retail shares 'the shock performer' of earnings season: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX retail shares soared by 7.4% during the August earning season while the ASX 200 lifted 2.6%.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Oversupply concerns to hit wine shares, report warns

| Steve Holland

Australia’s wine producers face more challenges.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

$10,000 invested in Coles shares one year ago is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

Atop its 3.2% dividend yield, Coles shares have posted impressive gains over the year.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is the consumer discretionary sector back in favour after interest rate cuts?

| Sebastian Bowen

One broker has named its best buys.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Compare the pair: Accent Group vs JB Hi-Fi shares

| Aaron Bell

Which is a better option out of these two consumer discretionary shares. 

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Both Labor and the Coalition to crackdown on illicit tobacco trade, which ASX stocks could benefit?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could a tobacco crackdown benefit these stocks?

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Recent Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares News

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Treasury Wine shares: Buy, hold, or sell? Here's Macquarie's take

| Bernd Struben

What is Macquarie forecasting for Treasury Wine shares amid the CEO’s unexpected exit?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which small cap ASX stock is crashing 22% on Friday

| James Mickleboro

This share is having a tough finish to the week. But why? Let's find out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

After a 13% slump, what does Macquarie think of Aristocrat shares?

| Zach Bristow

Macquarie is wagering the gaming machine giant is still well positioned for growth.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is down 8% on CEO exit

| James Mickleboro

The market is not responding well to the news.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 13% this year, could Coles shares still go higher?

| Zach Bristow

Brokers think so, but the stock isn't cheap by any means.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Macquarie reveals top ASX stock picks in the consumer sectors

| Bronwyn Allen

The top broker has revealed its favourite shares in the consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Aussie beef shares bounce back from tariff lows

| Steve Holland

Global demand for Aussie beef surges as Trump’s trade war plays out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

After presenting at the 2025 Macquarie Conference, Macquarie tips 39% upside for this consumer discretionary stock

| Aaron Bell

Is now the time to buy low on this penny stock?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Treasury Wine Estates shares down 21% this year amid resurgent China demand

| Bronwyn Allen

Are Treasury Wine Estates shares a bargain?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guzman Y Gomez shares are down 22% this year. Time to buy?

| Bernd Struben

Should I buy the dip in Guzman Y Gomez shares?

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Dividend Investing

Should I buy Coles shares for their reliable passive income?

| Bernd Struben

We take a look at Coles’ passive income credentials and the potential for share price gains.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 300 stock is down 9% on guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

Investors are rushing to the exits today. But why? Let's find out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares have soared 18% since March. Here's how much upside Macquarie still expects

| Bernd Struben

Having raced higher since March’s multi-year lows, just how high can Woolworths shares go?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Broker watch: Are Woolworths shares a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think this supermarket giant would be a good pick for investors? Let's find out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 31% in a year, just how much more upside does Macquarie tip for Coles shares?

| Bernd Struben

Can Coles shares smash the ASX 200 returns again in the year ahead?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares storm higher on strong Q3 update

| James Mickleboro

The supermarket giant outperformed expectations during the quarter.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Compare the pair: Accent Group vs JB Hi-Fi shares

| Aaron Bell

Which is a better option out of these two consumer discretionary shares. 

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

If I could only own 1 ASX retailer for the next 5 years it would be this one

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be a great long term pick according to one leading broker.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Coles share price drops on Q3 update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how the supermarket giant performed during the three months.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Both Labor and the Coalition to crackdown on illicit tobacco trade, which ASX stocks could benefit?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could a tobacco crackdown benefit these stocks?

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Dividend Investing

Up 41% in 2025, how this ASX 200 dividend stock is primed for 'continuing growth'

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert expects ongoing growth from this high-flying ASX 200 dividend stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What are Macquarie's top 3 ASX stock picks in the consumer sector?

| James Mickleboro

These are the brokers top picks from this side of the market.

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Earnings Results

Star Entertainment share price leaps…then crashes on first day of trade since February

| Bernd Struben

Star Entertainment shares are trading on the ASX once more today. And they’re plenty volatile!

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Dividend Investing

Should I buy Woolworths shares for the 4% dividend yield?

| Bernd Struben

Woolworths shares even delivered two fully franked dividends during the pandemic-addled year of 2020.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

How will the latest news from Star Entertainment affect your ASX shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

The casino operator's biggest shareholder will subscribe for a third of Bally's $300 million takeover offer.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why Macquarie forecasts a 92% upside for this beaten down ASX 200 stock

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects a BIG turnaround for this ASX 200 stock in the months ahead.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should I buy Coles shares today amid the Trump tariff market tantrum?

| Bernd Struben

Coles shares have smashed the benchmark returns over the past year. Can this continue?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Own Star Entertainment shares? Here are the takeover details and when you'll get to vote

| Bronwyn Allen

Star Entertainment has released details of the takeover deal with US casino giant Bally's.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guzman Y Gomez shares storm higher on very big news

| James Mickleboro

Some big news has been released by this fast food company today.

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Opinions

The Warren Buffett seal of approval: If the stock market closed for 10 years, I'd happily own this quality ASX 200 stock

| Bernd Struben

I’d be happy to hold this ASX 200 stock for 10-plus years, in line with Warren Buffett’s advice.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star Casino accepts $250 million takeover from new US owner

| Zach Bristow

What does this mean for the casino operator?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Supermarket resilience: why were Coles and Woolworths shares up last week?

| James Mickleboro

Not even a market selloff could stop these shares from charging higher.

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Share Market News

Which ASX 200 market sector GAINED value during last week's rout?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian share market was in turmoil over US tariffs last week, but one sector outshone its peers.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Breville shares fall 12% on US tariffs announcement

| Bronwyn Allen

Breville shares are among the worst-hit ASX 200 stocks after the US announced a range of new tariffs.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What now for Star Entertainment shares after $940M funding deal withdrawn

| Bronwyn Allen

Negotiations between Star Entertainment and Salter Brothers Capital have ended.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Harvey Norman shares sliding today?

| Bronwyn Allen

What's happening with the ASX 200 furniture and electronics retailer today?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The pros and cons of buying Woolworths shares this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to invest in the supermarket stock?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Want to catch the boosted dividend from Harvey Norman shares? Better be quick…

| Bronwyn Allen

The furniture and electronics retailer will pay an interim dividend of 12 cents per share on 1 May.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What's happening with Star Entertainment shares following casino licence decision?

| Bronwyn Allen

Star Entertainment has updated the market on two regulatory matters and progress with its rescue plan.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Domino's shares: Buy, sell, or hold?

| Bernd Struben

Should I buy Domino’s shares today or wait for a confirmed turnaround?

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