The AUD/USD surged to 0.6900, marking a 1.38% weekly gain and its highest close in 20 months, driven by a dovish pivot from Chinese authorities and a recent U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut. Retail sales data due on October 1 is anticipated to show a 0.40% rise, influenced by government rebates and spending for Father's Day. The pair is consolidating just below its year-to-date high, with potential resistance at 0.7000.
Myer Holdings (ASX: MYR) faced a challenging FY24, marked by store closures and rising costs, leading to a 61% drop in total dividends. Despite a 0.4% increase in comparable store sales, shares fell 11% post-results but are up 40% year-to-date. The company is undergoing a strategic review and exploring a potential merger with Premier Investments' Apparel Brands division to enhance profitability and market position.
Myer Holdings has reported a decline in financial performance amid challenging retail conditions, yet announced a fully franked dividend of $0.005 per share. Executive Chair Olivia Worth aims to reverse the company's fortunes through strategic changes, despite mixed analyst sentiment and increasing competition from online platforms. Myer is also considering store closures and potential mergers to enhance its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving retail landscape.
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