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Fletcher Jones is shutting down: What’s next for Australia’s century-old retailer

Fletcher Jones is shutting down: What’s next for Australia’s century-old retailer

Fletcher Jones will close all remaining stores and its online business by the end of January, launching a 30% clearance sale. Owner Matthew Gowty plans to sell the brand after the shutdown. The company, founded in 1924, currently lists three Victorian locations. The move follows Sass & Bide’s announcement to close stores and pause online sales ahead of a relaunch.
17 January 2026
ASX 200 Edges Higher as Miners Rally and Rate Jitters Grow – Australia Stock Market Today, 11 December 2025

ASX 200 Edges Higher as Miners Rally and Rate Jitters Grow – Australia Stock Market Today, 11 December 2025

The S&P/ASX 200 closed up 12.6 points at 8,592 on Thursday, rising 0.15% after a volatile session. Miners led gains as iron ore stayed above $100 a tonne, while tech stocks fell. The US Fed cut rates by 25 basis points but signaled slower easing ahead. Australia’s unemployment rate held at 4.3%, fueling debate over a possible RBA hike in early 2026.

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  • Dart Mining Insiders Buy AU$827.5k in Shares Despite 19% Drop, Market Value Falls AU$786k
    June 28, 2026, 6:42 PM EDT. Dart Mining NL (ASX:DTM) insiders invested AU$827.5k in shares over the past year at an average price of AU$0.031 despite the stock dropping 19%, causing their holdings' market value to slump to AU$344.5k. Notably, insider Peter Arvanitis purchased AU$678k worth at about AU$0.026 per share, above the current AU$0.013 market price, signaling confidence. No insider sales were recorded. Insiders now control approximately 18% of the company, valued at AU$598k. The insider buying amid a share price decline suggests belief in future recovery, highlighting the importance of monitoring insider activity as a gauge of management sentiment.

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IREN Limited (NASDAQ:IREN) slides as Warriors badge faces AI revenue test

IREN Limited (NASDAQ:IREN) slides as Warriors badge faces AI revenue test

29 June 2026
IREN Limited (NASDAQ:IREN) plunged 21.3% to $47.21 over five straight down days despite announcing a record $50M+ annual Warriors jersey deal, as investors focused on the company’s not fully contracted $4.4B target ARR and high short interest at 19.74% of float, with Friday’s close near the lowest analyst target.
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