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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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Retail Shares

3 encouraging signs for Wesfarmers shares heading into 2025

| Tristan Harrison

There are reasons to be positive about Wesfarmers.

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Why buying Wesfarmers shares could provide unique lithium exposure

| Zach Bristow

In the last 12 months, the stock has rallied more than 28%.

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Overinvested in Wesfarmers shares? Here are two alternative ASX stocks with big growth potential

| Tristan Harrison

I’m a big fan of these 2 stocks for their income and growth potential.

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Retail Shares

Which ASX retail shares are overcoming the slowdown in FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

These retail stocks have started the new financial year strongly.

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Why the August reporting season was an uphill battle for ASX retail shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Even the well-received earnings reports were a little concerning for investors...

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Why I think it's time to buy these ASX retail shares

| Tristan Harrison

I think it’s time to go shopping for these retail stocks.

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Retail Shares

Own Wesfarmers shares? Here's your preview for the FY24 result

| Tristan Harrison

Here are the latest predictions for Wesfarmers.

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Better buy: Coles or Woolworths stock?

| Tristan Harrison

Which stock should go in the shopping basket?

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Recent Retail Shares News

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Share Market News

Why the Nick Scali share price has rocketed 15% in 2 days

| Kate O'Brien

The Nick Scali Limited (ASX: NCK) share price continued on from its 11% surge yesterday, climbing a further 3.75% today.

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What the latest ABS figures mean for the ASX retail sector

| Kate O'Brien

According to the latest data from the ABS, retail turnover fell by 0.5% in December in a sign of continued…

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Why the Mosaic Brands share price rocketed 10% today

| Kate O'Brien

The Mosaic Brands Ltd (ASX: MOZ) share price was up nearly 10% today following the announcement of a buyback by…

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The good, bad and ugly of the Nick Scali profit results

| Brendon Lau

The Nick Scali Limited (ASX: NCK) share price will be under the spotlight this morning after the furniture retailer posted…

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Down 35% since mid-Jan, is the Kogan share price a buy?

| Phil Harpur

The Kogan.com Ltd (ASX: KGN) share price has fallen 35% since the company's disappointing first-half update in mid-January. Is this…

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Colette collapses as retailers hit the skids

| Kate O'Brien

ASX retailers are on watch following the collapse of jewellery and accessories chain Colette by Colette Hayman.

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Why the Harvey Norman share price is surging 7% higher

| Phil Harpur

The Harvey Norman Holdings Limited (ASX: HVN) share price has surged more than 7% today on the back of no…

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Retail Shares

Are ASX retail shares really risky?

| Greg Butler

The spate of recent closures in some major Australian retail chains has thrown a shadow over the entire category for…

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Have ASX retailers past peak pain from Amazon disruption?

| Brendon Lau

There might finally be some good news for traditional retailers as they may have overcome the worst of the digital…

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Share Gainers

Why shares in this ASX retailer have doubled in 6 weeks

| Ken Hall

The Reject Shop Ltd (ASX: TRS) share price has been a top performing stock on the ASX in recent weeks…

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Retail Shares

Which ASX retail shares can survive the 'retail apocalypse'?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 2 ASX retail shares including Premier Investments Limited (ASX: PMV) that have managed to weather the retail apocalypse.

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Retail Shares

As Jeanswest collapses, should we be watching the ASX retail shares?

| Ken Hall

Jeanswest is the latest Aussie retailer to voluntary administration, but what does it mean for ASX retail shares in 2020?

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Retail Shares

3 ASX consumer discretionary shares I want to buy this January

| Motley Fool Staff

The consumer discretionary index outperformed the S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) in 2019. Here are 3 ASX consumer discretionary shares I'm…

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With November retail sales smashing expectations, is the ASX retail sector set for a turnaround?

| Kate O'Brien

Retail sales rebounded strongly in November with retail turnover lifting by 0.9%. But does this mark a real turning point…

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2 ASX retail shares flying under the radar

| Nikhil Gangaram

The retail sector may be facing a few headwinds, but here are 2 ASX retail shares that have been flying…

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Retail Shares

Why Coles and Woolworths shares could be under pressure this year

| Ken Hall

There are a number of challenges facing Coles and Woolworths shares in 2020, but is there a buying opportunity at…

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ASX retail shares could continue to feel the pinch in 2020

| Kate O'Brien

Modest growth in retail spending is predicted in 2020, keeping pressure on for ASX retailers after a difficult 2019.

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Retail Shares

Fears for ASX retailers on soft December sales

| Kate O'Brien

ASX retailers rely on the Christmas season for an uplift in sales to tide them through to the year. This…

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Will the Boxing Day sales give ASX retailers a boost?

| Nikhil Gangaram

Retailers were expected to have experienced a record breaking Boxing Day sales period yesterday. Here are 2 ASX retailers that…

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Retail Shares

4 ASX retailers that could get a Christmas boost

| Nikhil Gangaram

 Here are 4 ASX retailers that are well poised to get a boost from the important Christmas trading period.

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2 sides of the ASX retail coin: consumer discretionary vs consumer staples shares

| Kate O'Brien

Consumer staples shares and consumer discretionary shares are 2 mainstays of the ASX. Here we take a look at 4…

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Retail Shares

Top broker names best small cap retailers to buy for 2020

| Brendon Lau

The retails landscape looks challenging but there’s a handful of small cap ASX retailers that should be on your shopping…

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Retail Shares

Why The Reject Shop share price popped more than 12% yesterday

| Kate O'Brien

The Reject Shop (ASX: TRS) share price is up after the retailer named its new chief executive, more than six…

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Retail Shares

Why JB Hi-Fi and Premier Investments are defying ASX retail sector trends

| Jules Woodward

Why JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX: JBH) and Premier Investments Limited (ASX: PMV) would be at the top of my retail…

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Has the outlook improved for our embattled ASX retailers?

| Kate O'Brien

The tide may have turned for struggling Australian retailers with Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. Here are 2 ASX…

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Retail Shares

Will the ASX retail sector outperform in 2020?

| Nikhil Gangaram

The retail sector is poised to outperform in 2020 and here are 3 stocks you should watch for the medium…

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REITs

Should you be buying REIT shares in December?

| Ken Hall

As we head towards the Christmas spending season, should you buy REITs in December or look at other ASX retail…

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ASX retail shares for Santa's nice list

| Kate O'Brien

2019 has been a difficult year for fashion retailers, yet some retailers are outpacing the subdued outlook. Here we take…

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Metcash share price on watch after $237 million impairment

| Ken Hall

The Metcash Ltd (ASX: MTS) share price is one to watch after the retailer announced a $237.4 million impairment in…

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Retail Shares

3 ASX retail shares to put on your Christmas watchlist

| Kate O'Brien

The retail sector has experienced difficult trading conditions in 2019. Sales volume growth has been in decline as consumers rein…

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ASX retailers face uncertain Christmas

| Kate O'Brien

The Christmas season is usually a time of joy for retailers. Customers flood stores to find the perfect gifts, filling…

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Why ASX retail shares may face pressure going into Christmas

| Brendon Lau

ASX retail stocks may come under pressure as we head into the all-important Christmas trading season as expectations for a…

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Why the Kogan share price can beat weak Aussie retail data

| Ken Hall

The Kogan.com Ltd (ASX: KGN) share price continues to climb higher even as weak retail sales data hurts its competitors'…

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Retail Shares

ASX retail shares for the fashion forward investor

| Kate O'Brien

Fashion retailers have struggled of late in the face of a sluggish economy and consumers’ hesitation to spend. Here we…

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Why the JB Hi-Fi share price just hit a 52-week high

| Ken Hall

The JB Hi-Fi share price is surging higher in 2019 and hit a 52-week high in yesterday's trade - but…

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Retail Shares

Myer share price on watch after court judgement

| Ken Hall

The Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX: MYR) share price is on watch this morning after the Aussie retailer was found to…

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Retail Shares

2 ASX shares outperforming the retail downturn

| Kate O'Brien

Trading conditions are tougher than ever for Australian retailers, but some – like JB Hi Fi Limited (ASX: JBH) –…

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Share Gainers

Nick Scali share price surges on double upgrade

| Brendon Lau

From sinner to winner in the space of a day! The Nick Scali Limited (ASX: NCK) share price rebounded from…

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Treasury Wines "pleased" with September quarter, confirms profit guidance

| Tom Richardson

Treasury Wines Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE) has delivered huge growth for investors.

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Retail Shares

What top brokers are saying about the Baby Bunting share price crash

| Brendon Lau

Shareholders have spat the dummy with the Baby Bunting Group Ltd (ASX: BBN) share price falling again today following the…

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