In my recent interview with Ausbiz, I gave an overview of the current earnings season, shedding light on how the uncertain economic environment has influenced company performances. Despite the unclear macroeconomic picture, there has been a notable trend of companies exceeding earnings expectations. A key concern emerging from these financial results is the impact of a persistently high-interest rate environment on various sectors. Specific companies like ARB (ASX:ARB) and Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) show promise, demonstrating that businesses with strong overseas growth opportunities can still thrive even in challenging economic conditions.

You can watch the full interview here: Ausbiz – Two retail stocks with “promising” growth