Consumer

• EDU Holdings guided to first-half FY26 revenue of approximately A$53.5 million at the midpoint, supported by higher education growth and increased student enrolments.

Its appearance among Australian decliners is notable mainly for what has not happened around it. The most recent price-sensitive filing was the Investor Day presentation of 14 April 2026, and everything lodged since is administrative. With a June balance date, the market is in …

Nido Education (ASX:NDO) has attracted attention due to its elevated dividend yield profile, but the headline income appeal comes alongside significant financial considerations.

Coles Group Limited (ASX: COL) continues to attract investor attention as easing inflation pressures improve the outlook for defensive consumer businesses. The supermarket operator has benefited from its essential-goods exposure and operational efficiency initiatives, although recent financial results highlight a more complex picture.

Woolworths Group Limited (ASX: WOW) enters the second half of 2026 with improving operational momentum, supported by resilient grocery demand, expanding digital capabilities and a more favourable inflation backdrop.

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited (ASX: HVN) enters the second half of 2026 facing a combination of regulatory challenges and changing economic conditions. The company has recently dealt with a significant penalty related to past advertising practices, while softer inflation data has raised questions about …

• CAR Group Ltd (ASX: CAR) shares closed on 28 July 2026 at $26.38, rising 5.52% or $1.38 during the session.• The stock recorded a weekly gain of 7.67% but remains down 30.38% over the past year.• CAR Group operates within the Communication Services …