Groceries rise by 7% across Coles, Woolworths, IGA and Aldi, Choice finds The price of a basket of items at the Australian supermarket chains increased to an average of $43.62, survey says The Guardian - AU · Sep 23
The NSE IPO investor playbook: Should you subscribe to the mega issue or pick rival BSE instead? The NSE IPO has sparked a valuation debate as investors weigh subscribing at the issue price against waiting for a post-listing correction or considering BSE. With NSE commanding a dominant share of India’s equity markets, analysts point to its strong financials and scale, while flagging rich valuations and risks around… The Economic Times · Sep 17
Australian SPF50+ sunscreen tests as low as SPF 4; formula maker faces multimillion-dollar lawsuits An Australian sunscreen manufacturer is facing multimillion-dollar legal claims after 20 products using its base formula were recalled for failing to meet SPF claims. Ultra Violette is seeking millions after tests of its SPF50+ sunscreen returned results as low as SPF 2.9 and 4. Wild Child Laboratories entered liquidation in… The Times of India · Sep 11
ESDS Software extends post-IPO rally, hits 20% upper circuit. Choice Equities sees more upside ESDS Software Share Price: ESDS Software Solution shares extended their post-listing rally, hitting the upper circuit after a strong IPO debut. The stock has surged sharply above its Rs 429 issue price, while Choice Institutional Equities has initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a Rs 1,550 target, citing strong… The Economic Times · Sep 7
Ultra Violette Details New SPF Testing Process Almost A Year After Lean Screen Recall Almost a year after Ultra Violette’s Lean Screen recall put the brand at the centre of Australia’s sunscreen testing controversy, the company has detailed a new SPF testing and review process for its products. The sunscreen brand announced the updated approach to customers last Friday, days before Velvet Screen… Pedestrian.tv · Aug 21
Test for Australia’s best laundry detergent sees Aldi and Omo tied for first place In a Choice test of 48 products, the Aldi powder also came out on top for top loaders The Guardian - AU · Aug 5
Cattle Look to Wednesday After Bouncing on Tuesday Live cattle futures were up $1.22 to $3.80 across most contracts at the Tuesday close. Open interest was down 5,219 contracts on Tuesday. Early bids of $228 were reported which is just slightly lower than the $230-231 trade from last week. Feeder cattle futures posted front month gains of $1.575... Barchart · Jul 29
Cattle Get a Bounce on Tuesday Live cattle futures were up $1.22 to $3.80 across most contracts at the Tuesday close. Early bids of $228 were reported which is just slightly lower than the $230-231 trade from last week. Feeder cattle futures posted front month gains of $1.575 to $5.30, with November and beyond down $1.22... Barchart · Jul 28
Nuvoco Vistas shares soar 10% after strong Q1. Why Nomura, Choice see up to 47% upside? Shares of Nuvoco Vistas surged after the cement maker reported a strong set of Q1 FY27 earnings, prompting multiple brokerages to reiterate bullish views. Analysts cited better-than-expected profitability, resilient pricing, cost discipline and capacity expansion plans as key drivers supporting further upside in the stock. The Economic Times · Jul 15
Origin to pay refunds over misleading power plans Origin Energy is facing accusations of duping power plan customers with promises of permanent savings and has committed to compensating those affected. AAP · Jul 14
Knack Packaging IPO Day 3: Issue subscribed 83x at close; GMP signals 17% listing gain Knack Packaging's Rs 439.5-crore IPO was subscribed 73 times on the final day of bidding, led by strong demand from QIBs. The grey market premium (GMP) indicates a potential 17% listing gain. Brokerages Choice Broking and Anand Rathi have recommended subscribing to the issue for the long term. The Economic Times · Jul 3
A ‘buttery’ mouthfeel or ‘meadow grass’ notes? How Australian olive oils rank against other supermarket options Consumer advocacy group Choice blind tested 30 olive oils – and found many of the highest ranked came from Australia The Guardian - AU · Jul 1
Why Australia needs stronger laws to stop dangerous products being sold online As online marketplaces continue to boom, can consumers be confident the products we buy online are safe? The Conversation · Jun 4
Unsafe toys reaching kids hands through online giants Online retailers like Amazon and Temu are continuing to stock potentially unsafe products targeted at children and infants, consumer advocates claim. AAP · Jun 2
The Guardian - AU · Jun 2 Fake cigarettes and toys that are ‘essentially weapons’: Choice refers online retailers to regulator over unsafe products Consumer group makes ‘super’ complaint to ACCC after investigation found dangerous items on platforms including eBay, Amazon and AliExpress
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Barchart · May 14 Cattle Look to Thursday Following Wednesday Rally Live cattle futures were in rally mode on Wednesday, with contracts up $2.60 to $5.10. New buying was noted, up 6,394 contracts. Cash trade has seen some $260 sales in the South early this week, with northern trade at $408-410. The Wednesday morning Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed $260-261.50...
Barchart · May 13 Cattle Post Midweek Rally Live cattle futures were in rally mode on Wednesday, with contracts up $2.60 to $5.10. Cash trade has seen some $260 sales in the South early this week, with northern trade at $408-410. The Wednesday morning Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed $260-261.50 sales on 552 of the 1,104 head...
Barchart · May 13 Cattle Back to Rally Mode on Wednesday Live cattle futures are trading with $4 to $5.30 gains in the front months. Cash trade has seen some $260 sales in the South early this week. The Wednesday morning Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed $260-261.50 sales on 552 of the 1,104 head offered. Feeder cattle futures are up...
Barchart · May 7 Cattle Fall Back Late on Thursday Despite Cash Strength Live cattle futures closed the Thursday session with contracts down $2.80 to $3.92 despite a failed midday rally off the lows. Cash trade has seen action kick off at $256-260 so far through Thursday, with southern action $256-258 and northern trade at $258-260. Feeder cattle futures were down $6.07 to...
Barchart · May 7 Cattle Shrug Off Early Session Weakness at Midday Live cattle futures are trading with $1.55 to $2.70 losses at midday, but bouncing off early session lows. Cash trade has seen a few $256 sales so far this week. The Thursday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed $256 sales. Feeder cattle futures are down $4.40 to $4.80 The CME...
Barchart · Apr 27 Cattle Look to New Week of Trade Live cattle futures were $1.22 to $1.77 higher at the Friday close, to limit the weekly loss for April to $1.65. Cash trade last week was centered around $246 across the country, with a few late sales of $248. Feeder cattle futures saw gains of $1 to $3.97 across the...
Barchart · Apr 24 Cattle Post Strength on Friday Live cattle futures were $1.22 to $1.77 higher at the Friday close, to limit the weekly loss for April to $1.65. Cash trade this week has been centered around $246 across the country, with a few late sales of $248. Feeder cattle futures saw gains of $1 to $3.97 across...
Barchart · Apr 24 Cattle Holding onto Modest Midday Gains Live cattle futures are showing 32 to 57 cent gains at midday. Cash trade this week has been centered around $246 across the country. The Friday morning Fed Cattle Exchange showed $245-246 bids on the 558 head offered, with no sales. Feeder cattle futures are 15 to 80 cents higher...
Barchart · Apr 24 Cattle Look to Close Out the Week Following Thursday Bounce Live cattle futures saw 22 cent to $1.05 gains to close out the Thursday session. Cash trade this week has been centered around $246 across the country. The Thursday morning Fed Cattle Exchange showed $246-247 sales on 334 of the 1,226 head offered. Feeder cattle futures were up 45 to...