Latest Consumer Discretionary News

The Star Entertainment Group reported a 6% revenue increase to $301 million and a return to EBITDA profit in Q2 FY26, driven by stable Sydney trading, seasonal Gold Coast strength, and a key Brisbane operator fee. Strategic investments and refinancing efforts mark a pivotal phase for the company.

betr Entertainment reported a $13.2 million EBITDA loss in H1 FY26 due to strategic investments and favourable customer outcomes but projects a strong rebound with a $13-19 million EBITDA target for FY27.

Prestal Holdings reports a significant 26.4% decline in revenue and a sharp fall in EBITDA for the first half of FY26, reflecting ongoing market challenges. Despite the downturn, the company maintains a strong cash position heading into the new year.

Cycliq Group Ltd reported a 21% decline in customer receipts for Q2 FY2026, offset by a solid net operating cash inflow and a strong Black Friday campaign that generated $1.3 million in gross revenue.

Guzman y Gomez has secured a multi-year exclusive delivery partnership with Uber Eats in Australia, aiming to accelerate growth and enhance customer convenience. Delivery now accounts for over a quarter of GYG’s Australian sales, underscoring its strategic importance.

RooLife Group Ltd has reported a remarkable doubling of its coffee and food sales in China, surpassing A$2.1 million in December 2025 and signaling strong momentum in its data-driven e-commerce strategy.

ARB Corporation’s half-year results reveal a modest sales dip driven by Australian OEM challenges, while robust US export growth offers a silver lining.

betr Entertainment has reported a robust 24.5% increase in turnover for Q2 FY26 alongside a strategic on-market share buy-back of up to 10%, signalling confidence in its intrinsic value and growth prospects.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises has appointed Merrill Pereyra as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, while expanding George Saoud’s responsibilities to include Chief Operating Officer. These leadership moves aim to accelerate the company’s turnaround and operational efficiency.

Aristocrat Leisure has extended its on-market share buy-back program by an additional A$750 million, doubling the total capacity to A$1.5 billion as part of its ongoing capital management strategy.

Merino & Co. has secured a significant follow-up order from its Shanghai-based omni-channel distributor, reinforcing its expanding footprint in China’s retail and digital markets.

Entertainment Rewards Ltd (ASX, EAT) shares will halt trading following compulsory acquisition notices issued by Suzerain Investment Holdings Ltd, signaling a significant ownership shift.