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ASX:COL 28 November 2025 - 1 March 2026

ASX Week Ahead: Record-high ASX 200 faces GDP, trade tests as global oil risk hangs over markets

ASX Week Ahead: Record-high ASX 200 faces GDP, trade tests as global oil risk hangs over markets

The S&P/ASX 200 closed at a record 9,198.6 on Friday, up 0.25%, led by gains in miners and rare earths. Coles and Woolworths slipped after results, while Block jumped and Bapcor fell on a capital raising. Investors await key economic data next week, including GDP and housing approvals. Offshore, global stocks dipped and oil prices rose on Middle East concerns.
Woolworths share price rises again after profit beat; dividend dates and Coles results in focus

Woolworths share price rises again after profit beat; dividend dates and Coles results in focus

Woolworths shares closed up 0.72% at A$36.35 after reporting a 16% rise in first-half underlying net profit to A$859 million, beating estimates. The company raised its full-year earnings outlook and declared a 45-cent fully franked interim dividend. Statutory profit fell 49% to A$374 million after significant items. Investors await Coles’ results on Friday.
26 February 2026
ASX Week Ahead: CPI Day and a Flood of Big Earnings Put Australian Shares to the Test

ASX Week Ahead: CPI Day and a Flood of Big Earnings Put Australian Shares to the Test

The S&P/ASX 200 closed at 9,081.4 on Friday, just below Thursday’s record, after banks posted stronger-than-expected earnings. Rio Tinto dropped up to 4% after missing profit estimates, while QBE Insurance surged 6% on a profit beat. Key earnings from Woodside, Woolworths, Qantas, and Coles are due next week. January inflation data on Wednesday is expected to influence rate expectations.
Woolworths (ASX:WOW) share price lifts into the weekend — here’s what to watch next

Woolworths (ASX:WOW) share price lifts into the weekend — here’s what to watch next

Woolworths shares rose 1.1% to A$30.94 Friday, outperforming a falling market as 3.1 million shares traded. Coles also gained 1.1% to A$21.28. Investors await the Reserve Bank of Australia’s rate decision Tuesday and Woolworths’ half-year results on Feb. 25. Woolworths faces a class action in South Australia over alleged underpayments, with a potential charge of up to A$330 million.
Shops Open on Christmas Day in Australia 2025: What’s Open, What’s Closed, and Where to Get Essentials

Shops Open on Christmas Day in Australia 2025: What’s Open, What’s Closed, and Where to Get Essentials

Major supermarkets, retail chains, and shopping centres across Australia will be closed on Christmas Day, 25 December 2025. Most liquor stores will also shut, except for some in Victoria and Tasmania. Limited convenience stores, petrol stations, and some independent supermarkets may open with reduced hours. Shoppers are advised to check local listings before heading out.
25 December 2025
Coles Group Ltd Stock (ASX: COL): Share Price Update, Fresh News, Analyst Forecasts and Week-Ahead Outlook (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Coles Group Ltd Stock (ASX: COL): Share Price Update, Fresh News, Analyst Forecasts and Week-Ahead Outlook (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Coles Group shares closed at A$21.79 on Friday, down 0.2%, with the stock up about 15% year-to-date. The Australian government will ban supermarket price gouging from July 2026, targeting large chains like Coles with penalties up to A$10 million per breach. Coles disputes the need for new rules, citing thin margins. Uber Eats will become Coles’ exclusive on-demand delivery partner from 26 December.
14 December 2025
Coles Group Ltd (ASX :COL ) Stock: Uber Eats Exclusivity, Q1 Sales Momentum, Analyst Forecasts and Key Risks — What Investors Are Watching on December 13, 2025

Coles Group Ltd (ASX :COL ) Stock: Uber Eats Exclusivity, Q1 Sales Momentum, Analyst Forecasts and Key Risks — What Investors Are Watching on December 13, 2025

Coles Group shares closed at A$21.79 on December 12 after announcing an expanded, exclusive on-demand delivery partnership with Uber Eats starting December 26. First-quarter FY26 results showed stronger supermarket and eCommerce sales but weak liquor. Coles’ market cap stands near A$29.1 billion. Broker views on valuation remain divided as the stock trades in a tight band.
13 December 2025
McCain Pizza Pockets Recall Australia 2025: Cheese & Bacon 400g Pulled from Woolworths, Coles and IGA After Plastic and Metal Contamination Warning

McCain Pizza Pockets Recall Australia 2025: Cheese & Bacon 400g Pulled from Woolworths, Coles and IGA After Plastic and Metal Contamination Warning

McCain Foods has recalled McCain Cheese & Bacon Pizza Pockets 400g nationwide after reports of plastic found inside the product, with possible metal contamination also not ruled out. The recall affects batch code 1005481714 with best-before dates OCT 2026 A (289–291), sold at major supermarkets and online across Australia. Food authorities warn consumers not to eat the product and to return it for a refund.
12 December 2025
OpenAI Certifications Hit 10,000 Workers as Accenture Bets Big on ChatGPT Enterprise and Agentic AI

OpenAI Certifications Hit 10,000 Workers as Accenture Bets Big on ChatGPT Enterprise and Agentic AI

OpenAI said over 10,000 employees at partner companies now hold or are pursuing OpenAI Certifications, with Accenture rolling out ChatGPT Enterprise and large-scale AI training to tens of thousands of staff. Accenture’s stock rose 3% after announcing the partnership. OpenAI aims to certify 10 million Americans by 2030 and launch an AI-powered jobs platform in 2026.
Woolworths Group (ASX:WOW) Share Price: JPMorgan Upgrade, New Class Action and What to Expect Before 1 December 2025

Woolworths Group (ASX:WOW) Share Price: JPMorgan Upgrade, New Class Action and What to Expect Before 1 December 2025

Woolworths Group shares jumped 3.2% to A$29.32 on Friday, 28 November 2025, after JPMorgan upgraded the stock and raised its price target. The move capped an 8–9% rebound for November, though Woolworths remains down 7% for the year, trailing Coles’ 18% gain. A new shareholder class action over staff underpayments was also launched last week. Trading volume surged to about 5.3 million shares.
30 November 2025
Coles Group (ASX:COL) Share Price Today, 28 November 2025: Quiet Session as Investors Weigh Q1 Sales and Regulatory Risks

Coles Group (ASX:COL) Share Price Today, 28 November 2025: Quiet Session as Investors Weigh Q1 Sales and Regulatory Risks

Coles Group shares traded near A$22.37 on 28 November 2025, little changed from recent closes, with about 2.1 million shares exchanged by mid-afternoon. No new ASX announcements were released. The stock’s recent performance follows a first-quarter sales update showing 4% annual revenue growth to A$10.96 billion, slightly below analyst expectations. Coles’ market value stands near A$30 billion.
28 November 2025

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  • Wheat Prices Plunge Amid Sharp Drop in Crude Oil and Wet Weather Forecasts
    April 9, 2026, 1:38 AM EDT. Wheat futures fell sharply on Wednesday, pressured by a $16.45 drop in crude oil prices after a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening. Chicago SRW wheat declined up to 17 ¾ cents, Kansas City HRW wheat slid as much as 12 1/4 cents, while Minneapolis spring wheat lost up to 17 cents. Wet weather forecasts predict 1 to 3 inches of rain in parts of the Southern Plains, raising concerns about crop conditions. U.S. export sales data due Thursday is expected to show 150,000 to 400,000 metric tons sold. USDA's forthcoming report may cut U.S. ending wheat stocks by 8 million bushels to 923 million. South Korea purchased 50,000 MT of U.S. wheat. Market participants await further cues amid increased global supply estimates.

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9 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 9, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 9, 2026, 1:38 AM EDT Wheat Prices Plunge Amid Sharp Drop in Crude Oil and Wet Weather Forecasts April 9, 2026, 1:38 AM EDT. Wheat futures fell sharply on Wednesday, pressured by a $16.45 drop in crude oil prices after a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening. Chicago SRW wheat declined up to 17 ¾ cents, Kansas City HRW wheat slid as much as 12 1/4 cents, while Minneapolis spring wheat lost up to 17 cents. Wet weather forecasts predict 1 to 3 inches of rain in parts of
Why IREN Stock Is Back in Focus as AI Ambitions Meet Funding Fears

Why IREN Stock Is Back in Focus as AI Ambitions Meet Funding Fears

8 April 2026
IREN shares rose 1.8% to $35.74 Wednesday as investors assessed its $6 billion share program and shift from bitcoin mining to AI cloud services. The company’s revenue fell to $184.7 million last quarter, with a net loss of $155.4 million. IREN recently announced a five-year, $9.7 billion AI cloud deal with Microsoft. Options trading volume hit 103,000 contracts Tuesday, with sentiment described as mixed.
Amazon Stock Could Jump 50% as Wall Street Reconsiders Its $200 Billion AI Bet

Amazon Stock Could Jump 50% as Wall Street Reconsiders Its $200 Billion AI Bet

8 April 2026
Amazon closed at $213.77 Tuesday, with BNP Paribas maintaining a $320 price target, citing strong AI demand despite Amazon’s planned $200 billion capex for 2026. The company’s February forecast of higher spending sent shares down 11.5% after hours, even as AWS revenue rose 24% to $35.6 billion in the December quarter. Alphabet and Microsoft are also ramping up AI infrastructure spending.
Sensex Soars 2,946 Points, Nifty Near 24,000 After Iran Ceasefire and RBI Pause

Sensex Soars 2,946 Points, Nifty Near 24,000 After Iran Ceasefire and RBI Pause

8 April 2026
The Sensex surged 2,946 points to 77,562.90 on Wednesday, its best day in five years, as a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and steady RBI rates pushed Indian markets higher. Brent crude fell 14.4% to $93.49 a barrel, easing pressure on the rupee, which rose 0.5% to 92.58 per dollar. All 16 major sectors gained, led by financials and auto stocks. The RBI kept its repo rate at 5.25% and forecast slower growth ahead.
Netflix Stock Draws Fresh Institutional Buying Ahead of Earnings After Goldman Upgrade

Netflix Stock Draws Fresh Institutional Buying Ahead of Earnings After Goldman Upgrade

8 April 2026
Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. increased its Netflix stake by 1,141.9% to 29,074 shares in Q4, while Ethos Capital Management disclosed a new 19,610-share position worth $1.84 million. The moves come ahead of Netflix’s April 16 earnings report and follow a Goldman Sachs upgrade to Buy with a $120 target. Insiders Reed Hastings and Greg Peters sold shares earlier this year under preset trading plans. Netflix last traded at $98.82.
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