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News.com.au
9 hours ago
- Climate
- News.com.au
Snow in Qld? These homes with fireplaces are turning up the heat
Queensland may be better known for its swimming pools than its fireplaces, but with snow on the horizon - yes, snow - the owners of these homes might just get the last laugh. A polar air mass could settle directly over South East Queensland within days threatening to bring hail, heavy rain, damaging winds and even snow. Weather chasers are saying the winter storm could dump as much as 15cm of snow on the Granite Belt and Northern Tablelands. That would be white gold to Aussie ski fields. The full effects are expected to be felt on Saturday, with snow seekers already booking out accommodation in Stanthorpe and its surrounds. Brisbane is expecting a top of 16C on Saturday, the Gold Coast 18C and the Sunshine Coast 17C. On the Granite Belt, Stanthorpe is expecting a low of 1C and a high of just 12C while Toowoomba is chasing a high of 11C following a low of 5C. Up north, Cairns will record a high of 25C on Saturday, Townsville 20C and Mackay is tipped to top out at just 17C on Friday followed by 20C on Saturday. Bureau of Meteorology senior meteorologist Harry Clark said if current modelling persisted, there was the chance of snow falling on the highest points of the Granite Belt. 'In terms of snow potential in Queensland, it's still just a chance on Saturday,' he said. Mr Clark said it depended a lot on the coldness of the air mass, with the modelling 'jumping around a fair bit'. So let's take a look at some of the best fireplace set-ups on the market. 1. PULLENVALE On a 1.01ha block, this substantial home boasts both a pool and a fireplace, covering all bases. It also has large double-glazed windows to keep the summer heat out and the winter warmth in. There is also a centralised ducted HVAC system with a seven-zone climate control configuration. 2. NOOSAVILLE Snow is unlikely in this surf location but the owners of this muliti-million dollar residence will easily ride out any cold blast. It has Jetmaster fireplaces in both the upstairs and downstairs lounge areas. There is also a terrace with a plumbed-in gas fire pit and an alfresco area with a gas fireplace and BBQ. If that isn't enough, you could always climb into the home's dual ovens. It is listed for sale for $18.25 million. 3. BROADBEACH WATERS On the market for offers over $15 million, this Hampton's-inspired estate is ready for summer and winter. Yes there is a pool and a private pontoon and sandy beach but for that one day a year when Queenslanders get out their Ugg boots and best winter flannies, it also has a sauna and a master suite with an electric fireplace. The living room also has a Mezzo 1600 Gas Fireplace by Jetmaster. 4. REESVILLE Situated on 8.62ha, Elysian Ridge comprises a 1200sq m luxury residence. It has underfloor heating in every one of its six bathrooms. There is also dual feature gas fireplaces in the living and dining zones. 5. MONTVILLE In the Sunshine Coast hinterland, it does get chilly in winter. And this architectural masterpiece on 49 acres has those cold winters nights covered. It has a pool, gym, cinema, games room, a sunken lounge and a firepit terrace. And there is a statement fireplace in the main lounge area. 6. CHEVALLUM Under offer after being listed for $11 million, the award winning Chateau Immanuel is blend of Tuscan design and Hollywood opulence. Situated on 10 acres, it has seven statement fireplaces. There are Portugese hand carved stone fireplaces in the reception area, formal living room, family room and dining room. There is also feature fireplaces in two of its five bedrooms and another one located in the alfresco entertaining area. And if that's not enough, you could always climb into the industrial oven. 7. NORMAN PARK Listed for sale and on a 1770sq m riverfront block, Falconwood is on the market for the first time in 32 years. The five-bedroom prestige home boasts a private pontoon, a self-contained boat house and an swimming pool and deck suspended above the river's edge. The Spanish Mission-style residence has numerous character features. On the residence's third level is the opulent master suite which has its own sitting room with a fireplace, a study and balconies that provide exceptional river and city views. 8. GOONDIWINDI There is no denying that its can get as cold as brass balls out this way. On a 18.03ha block sits Ulawanna Estate, a six-star country lifestyle home inspired by a Hampton's retreat. The heart of the home is the open-plan living space which seamlessly flows out to the north-facing poolside area and southern lagoon-view entertaining zone. This area also features a statement copper fireplace. Other places to escape the cold include the vintage games room with bar, man cave and the river bar featuring power, a fire-pit and a jetty. 9. BRIDGEMAN DOWNS On 1.07ha sits this grand eight bedroom, six bathroom estate inspired by Como House in South Yarra in Melbourne. Following extensive and meticulous renovations completed in December 2017, the grand residence has a pool, tennis court and an outdoor kitchen, ideal for those balmy summer nights. But when winter does arrive, however brief it may be, there is also a refined dining room with an original fireplace. 10. KANGAROO POINT This three bedroom apartment overlooks the Brisbane River and we all know what can be like when the brisk August winds come in for a blast. The sub-penthouse is located in the Castlebar Cove compex, and is accessed via a private lift. At the heart of the home is the expansive living area, complete with a fireplace, which opens out onto the covered balcony which wraps the entire river frontage of the residence. AND A FEW IN PLACES THAT WILL PROBABLY NEVER FLICK A MATCH ... MILLSTREAM, CAIRNS REGION On the market for offers over $1.5 million is this 25.6ha property complete with a custom-built five bedroom residence. The main living space features a double-sided wood fireplace creating the perfect ambience to the main living area and the master bedroom. Just a short stroll from the home towards the riverbank is a heated spa. PORT DOUGLAS, CAIRNS REGION Given Port Douglas is the go-to place for many Victorians in winter, it is hard to imagine this fireplace would get much of a workout. And I was just there --- in the pool. Now under offer and called The Caribbean, another place unlikely to need much heat, the residence literally has a flow-through design inviting in the balmy tropical breezes. But there, in the spacious living area is a fireplace, albeit it is not part of the sale. BUSHLAND BEACH, TOWNSVILLE REGION There was a saying when I lived in Townsville: 'Winter came and went on a Wednesday'. In other words, this electric fireplace, going by that logic, might be switched on maybe once a year. On the market for offers over $799,000, this Hampton's style home may have a fireplace, but there is no pool for the other 364 days of the year. HALIDAY BAY, MACKAY REGION Believe it or not, it actually did snow in the Mackay region in 1965. Snow was reported at Dalrymple Heights, 65km west of Mackay. It is the only tropical snowfall location on record in Australia. So maybe the owner of this Haliday Bay residence is a bit of a prepper - preparing for the next shock snowfall. It does have a pool and airconditioning for the other 60 years between flurries. BOWEN, WHITSUNDAYS REGION Another favourite region for winter refugees down south, the Whitsundays region is known for its azure blue waters and balmy breezes. But the owner of this contemporary farmhouse is prepared for all weather, including a cold blast. There is a grand media room with a striking stone-clad gas fireplace and an outdoor firepit.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Miami Herald
This Lululemon rival men love may win women over, too
It started out just for men. Premium workout gear. Smart, simple design. No logos screaming across the chest. And most importantly - it actually fit. That's what helped Rhone stand out in a sea of overhyped menswear. While Lululemon grabbed headlines, Rhone built loyalty. Quietly. Deliberately. Related: As Lululemon faces pressure, a rival brand builds global buzz This was the brand guys recommended in group chats. The one they wore to the gym, to brunch, and sometimes to meetings. It wasn't trying to be loud. It just worked. But lately, something's shifted. The same performance brand men swear by is showing up in new places - new closets, new workouts. For a brand that built its name by going all-in on menswear, it's now getting attention from a very different kind of shopper. And it might just be giving Lululemon something to sweat over. Image source: JHVEPhoto/Shutterstock There wasn't a press release or campaign shouting "We're coming for Lululemon." But the signs are you know where to look. On Reddit's Buy It For Life subreddit - a place obsessed with durability and quality - one user dropped Rhone into a thread asking for the best leggings. "Rhone is great," said u/thealternateopinion. In another thread, when someone asked for alternatives to big-name brands, one reply stood out. u/RepulsivePatience425 doubled down: "This x 1,000! Rhone's quality is measurably better." That kind of feedback isn't from sponsored posts or ad campaigns. It's real people, comparing real gear. Related: Hoka, Ugg maker warns of rising prices amid tariff pressure And after sharing a quick story on my Instagram about the brand, my friend and content creator Carolina Coscia messaged back: "I loveeeee their leggings and the material." She's not alone. I tried the Revive Longline Bra, the Serene Crop Tee, and the DreamGlow jogger + hoodie combo and yeah, it lives up to the hype. I actually wrote this article while decked out in Rhone - and I couldn't have been more comfortable. Looks like I'll be making room in my closet. This isn't a brand experimenting. It's a brand already nailing it. Lululemon still dominates the athleisure space (and my closet). It's a multi-billion dollar brand with global awareness and a cult following. But it's no longer the only name in premium performance wear. Rhone isn't trying to copy Lululemon, and that's what makes it a real threat. Instead of chasing drops or trends, it focuses on comfort, cut, and fabric quality. Think low-key luxury with actual function behind it. And while it made its name with men, that playbook clearly resonates far beyond that. More in Retail: Ulta Beauty makes surprise huge expansionNike eliminating some classic sneaker modelsWhy the latest Messi Stanley collab is smarter than it looks Women don't need another brand trying to look like Lululemon. They want one that feels like it was designed with intention - not as an afterthought or spinoff. If Rhone keeps this momentum, it could chip away at a key part of Lululemon's base: shoppers who prioritize feel, fit, and longevity over hype or labels. For a brand that wasn't even in the women's game until recently, that's a big shift. And it didn't take flashy influencer campaigns or headlines - just better product. Related: Popular water brand taking on Red Bull, Monster, and Celsius The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Down 48%, This Growth Stock Looks Like a No-Brainer Buy
Key Points Over its history, Deckers has been a top performer on the stock market. The stock plunged early in the year on fears of tariffs and weakening consumer sentiment. The company's first-quarter numbers showed off surging international growth. 10 stocks we like better than Deckers Outdoor › Deckers Outdoor (NYSE: DECK) has been quietly been one of the best-performing stocks on the market over its history, returning nearly 10,000% since its 1993 initial public offering (IPO). In recent years, the footwear company's success has been driven by the growth of two brands, Hoka and Ugg, known respectively for running shoes and sheepskin boots. Deckers, which acquired both of those brands when they were just start-ups, has proven itself to be a savvy brand manager, scaling up each brand through marketing, manufacturing, and distribution. And it's achieved industry-leading gross margins, approaching 60%. However, the stock has struggled more recently, diving this year amid concerns about slowing growth and tariffs. Even after a strong first-quarter earnings report last week, shares are still down 48% from their peak earlier this year. That sell-off presents an excellent buying opportunity. Let's take a closer look at why. 1. The sell-off seems to be an overreaction Sustaining a growth rate of 20% or higher over a long period of time is difficult for any consumer brands, so some skepticism about the sustainability of brands like Ugg and Hoka is understandable. However, that reached a fever pitch after the company's earnings report in April, for the fourth quarter of its fiscal year 2025: Overall revenue growth slowed to 6.5%, including 10% growth in Hoka and 3.6% growth in Ugg. At that time, management refused to give full-year guidance due to macroeconomic uncertainty related to global trade policies. It did give a weak forecast for the first quarter, calling for revenue of $890 million to $910 million. The company just blew past that guidance, with revenue of $964.5 million in the first quarter. Its bottom-line result of $0.93 in earnings per share (EPS) was also much better than its guidance for $0.62 to $0.67. First-quarter growth was driven by strength in the international market and the wholesale channel. However, second-quarter guidance was once again muted due to uncertainty around trade; it calls for 7% revenue growth at the midpoint of its range of $1.38 billion to $1.42 billion, and EPS of $1.50 to $1.55, down from $1.59 in the prior-year quarter. Deckers has beaten analysts' EPS consensus by double-digit percentages in each of the last four quarters, a good indication that its guidance could prove to be conservative once again. While there's still uncertainty, Deckers' momentum seems stronger than investors believe. 2. The stock looks cheap Even after jumping 12% on its first-quarter report on Friday, Deckers still looks like a good value. The stock is trading at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 18, more cheaply than a number of its peers in the footwear and apparel sector -- not to mention the S&P 500, which is trading at a P/E of 28. Essentially, that means that investors expect the company to grow at less than two-thirds the pace of the broad market over the long term. But that seems like a mistake, given that Deckers just reported 17% revenue growth in the first quarter with 20% growth in Hoka and 19% at Ugg. Additionally, Deckers has a strong balance sheet with no debt and $1.7 billion in cash, equivalent to about 10% of its market cap. The company is also taking advantage of the discount in its stock price by buying back shares. Over the last four quarters, Deckers has reduced its shares outstanding by nearly 4 million, or 2.5%. In the most recent quarter, it bought back 1.7 million shares, and it has $2.4 billion remaining under a repurchase authorization. 3. The international market is strong Peers like Nike make the majority of their sales in international markets, and Deckers seems to be on its way to doing the same. In the first quarter, international sales made up nearly half of its revenue, growing 49.7% to $463.3 million. Management credited strong performance in the Asia-Pacific and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) regions, including at its owned stores in China. There's also been a strong response to the new Hoka Arahi 8 model, which the company said had achieved double-digit weekly sell-throughs since launch in EMEA -- meaning stores are selling more than 10% of inventory each week -- and significant volume gains in China. This strength outside the U.S. should give investors some confidence that Deckers Outdoor can overcome any volatility in the U.S. related to tariffs. At the current price, the stock looks like a good bet to outperform, especially after the strong first-quarter earnings report. Should you invest $1,000 in Deckers Outdoor right now? Before you buy stock in Deckers Outdoor, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the for investors to buy now… and Deckers Outdoor wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $636,628!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $1,063,471!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 1,041% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 183% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of July 21, 2025 Jeremy Bowman has positions in Nike. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Deckers Outdoor and Nike. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Down 48%, This Growth Stock Looks Like a No-Brainer Buy was originally published by The Motley Fool Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Economic Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones climb to record high. Check top stocks
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs U.S. stocks capped another strong week with more records on Friday. S&P 500 rose 0.4% to set an all-time high, the fifth time it did so this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 208 points, or 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite added 0.2% to its own record set the day before. S&P 500 rose 25.29 points to 6,388.64. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 208.01 to 44,901.92, and the Nasdaq composite added 50.36 to 21, the company behind Ugg boots and Hoka shoes, jumped 11.3% after reporting stronger profit and revenue for the spring than analysts expected. Its growth was particularly strong outside the United States, where revenue soared nearly 50%.Edwards Lifesciences rose 5.5% after likewise topping Wall Street 's expectations for profit in the latest quarter. It said it saw strength across all its product groups, and it expects profit for the full year to come in at the high end of the forecasted range it had given helped offset a drop of 8.5% for Intel, which fell after reporting a loss for the latest quarter, when analysts were looking for a profit. The struggling chipmaker also said it would cut thousands of jobs and eliminate other expenses as it tries to turn around its fortunes. Intel, which helped launch Silicon Valley as the U.S. technology hub, has fallen behind rivals like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices while demand for artificial intelligence chips pressure is on companies to deliver solid growth in profits in order to justify big gains for their stock prices, which have rallied to record after record in recent weeks. Wall Street has zoomed higher on hopes that President Donald Trump will reach trade deals with other countries that will lower his stiff proposed tariffs, along with the risk that they could cause a recession and drive up inflation. Trump has recently announced deals with Japan and the Philippines, and the next big deadline is looming on Friday, August potential trade talks, next week will also feature a meeting by the Federal Reserve on interest rates. Trump again on Thursday lobbied the Fed to cut rates, which he has implied could save the U.S. government money on its debt Chair Jerome Powell, though, has continued to insist he wants to wait for more data about how Trump's tariffs affect the economy and inflation before the Fed makes its next move. Lower interest rates can help goose the economy, but they can also give inflation more rates also may not lower the U.S. government's costs to borrow money, if the bond market feels they could send inflation higher in the future. In that case, lower short-term rates brought by the Fed could actually have the opposite effect and make it more expensive for Washington to borrow money over the long widespread expectation on Wall Street is that the Fed will wait until September to resume cutting interest the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady following Trump's latest attempt to push Powell to cut interest rates. Trump also seemed to back off on threats to fire the Fed's chair.A1. Top three indexes of US Stock Market are S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq.A2. Chairman of Federal Reserve is Jerome Powell.
Los Angeles Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
Wall Street's winning week ends with more records for stocks
NEW YORK — Stocks capped another strong week with more records on Friday. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% to set an all-time high, the fifth time it did so this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 208 points, or 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite added 0.2% to its own record set the day before. Deckers, the company behind Ugg boots and Hoka shoes, jumped 11.3% after reporting stronger profit and revenue for the spring than analysts expected. Its growth was particularly strong outside the United States, where revenue soared nearly 50%. Edwards Lifesciences rose 5.5% after likewise topping Wall Street's expectations for profit in the latest quarter. It said it saw strength across all its product groups, and it expects profit for the full year to come in at the high end of the forecasted range it had given earlier. They helped offset a drop of 8.5% for Intel, which fell after reporting a loss for the latest quarter, when analysts were looking for a profit. The struggling chipmaker also said it would cut thousands of jobs and eliminate other expenses as it tries to turn around its fortunes. Intel, which helped launch Silicon Valley as the U.S. technology hub, has fallen behind rivals like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices while demand for artificial intelligence chips soars. All told, the S&P 500 rose 25.29 points to 6,388.64. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 208.01 to 44,901.92, and the Nasdaq composite added 50.36 to 21,108.32. The pressure is on companies to deliver solid growth in profits in order to justify big gains for their stock prices, which have rallied to record after record in recent weeks. Wall Street has zoomed higher on hopes that President Donald Trump will reach trade deals with other countries that will lower his stiff proposed tariffs, along with the risk that they could cause a recession and drive up inflation. Trump has recently announced deals with Japan and the Philippines, and the next big deadline is looming on Friday, Aug. 1. Besides potential trade talks, next week will also feature a meeting by the Federal Reserve on interest rates. Trump again on Thursday lobbied the Fed to cut rates, which he has implied could save the U.S. government money on its debt repayments. Fed Chair Jerome Powell, though, has continued to insist he wants to wait for more data about how Trump's tariffs affect the economy and inflation before the Fed makes its next move. Lower interest rates can help goose the economy, but they can also give inflation more fuel. Lower rates also may not lower the U.S. government's costs to borrow money, if the bond market feels they could send inflation higher in the future. In that case, lower short-term rates brought by the Fed could actually have the opposite effect and make it more expensive for Washington to borrow money over the long term. The widespread expectation on Wall Street is that the Fed will wait until September to resume cutting interest rates. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady following Trump's latest attempt to push Powell to cut interest rates. Trump also seemed to back off on threats to fire the Fed's chair. 'To do that is a big move, and I don't think that's necessary,' Trump said. 'I just want to see one thing happen, very simple: Interest rates come down.' If Trump fired Powell, he'd risk a freak-out in financial markets by raising the possibility of a less independent Fed, one unable to make unpopular choices necessary to keep the economy healthy. The yield on the 10-year Treasury eased to 4.38% from 4.43% late Thursday. The two-year Treasury yield, which more closely tracks expectations for what the Fed will do, held steady at 3.91%, where it was late Thursday. In stock markets abroad, indexes slipped across much of Europe and Asia. Stocks fell 1.1% in Hong Kong and 0.3% in Shanghai. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said he will meet with Chinese officials in Sweden next week to work toward a trade deal with Beijing ahead of an Aug. 12 deadline. Trump has said a China trip 'is not too distant' as trade tensions ease. Choe writes for the Associated Press.
