Daily FNArena News

Trading in April was too volatile to allow Woolworths to provide any guidance for sales in the June quarter but one trend is clear for brokers – online ordering is on the rise.

An unwinding of grocery stockpiles could dent the stellar performance Coles experienced in the March quarter, while elevated costs impact on gross margins.

Pressure on coal prices is expected to grow as demand falters, despite shuttered production in several regions.

What can Wesfarmers do with its underperforming chain, Target? Brokers suggest the laggard of the group may be in line for a severe reassessment.

Plastic recycling is one of the most active areas of innovation in the world today, thanks to the threat of regulation. From new or improved recycling technology, to rapid growth in recycled plastic patent filings and new repositories for recycled plastic, this industry wallflower is transforming into the belle of the predators’ ball.

$4.6m ASX Micro Cap Explorer GTi Resources Looks Highly Leveraged

While recovery for the land-based business of Aristocrat Leisure is likely to be gradual, brokers assess there is more than enough liquidity in the business.

Business loan growth at National Australia Bank is likely over coming months but of greater concern to brokers is the potential for a surge in bad debts.

Peter Switzer of the Switzer Report highlights those stocks considered by analysts to offer significant upside potential in the longer term.

Michael Gable of Fairmont Equities notes Breville Group has consolidated after an initial burst but the uptrend remains intact.