CSL and Endeavour Shine as Value Picks in ASX 100 Near Highs

July 04, 2025 01:25 PM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media
 CSL and Endeavour Shine as Value Picks in ASX 100 Near Highs
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Highlights

  • CSL Ltd remains focused on growth despite ongoing share price pressure

  • Endeavour Group continues to maintain market presence through retail network strength

  • Both companies are listed on the ASX 100 and trade below recent highs

With the S&P/ASX 100 Index (ASX:XTO) tracking near its record level alongside the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO), broader sentiment across the Australian equities market has leaned towards caution when evaluating current valuations. While several blue-chip stocks continue to command premium pricing, a few prominent companies have trended lower, attracting attention for trading below historical levels.

Two such names—CSL Ltd (ASX:CSL) and Endeavour Group Ltd (ASX:EDV)—remain focal points in the healthcare and consumer staples spaces, respectively, despite their underperformance over recent periods.

CSL Ltd Maintains Fundamentals While Share Price Softens

CSL Ltd, a global biotechnology company known for its blood plasma therapies and vaccine innovations, has faced a prolonged decline in its share price performance. The stock has struggled to maintain momentum this year, falling out of favour with market participants even as operational results show continued expansion across revenue and profit lines.

While broader sentiment has rotated toward cyclical and financial stocks in recent months, CSL has stayed committed to advancing its product portfolio and investing in manufacturing capacity across key regions. Despite market hesitation, the company maintains its presence as a heavyweight in the healthcare sector on the ASX 100, supported by a resilient long-term strategy and global reach.

Endeavour Group's Retail Brands Anchor Market Position

Endeavour Group Ltd, the retail drinks and hospitality company known for its BWS and Dan Murphy’s store networks, has also traded below its initial post-listing valuation. Since being spun out of Woolworths, the company has faced a number of structural and leadership challenges. However, its extensive market footprint in alcohol retailing continues to serve as a stabilising factor.

Despite subdued price action, Endeavour’s scale, diversified outlets, and positioning within an essential services sector have preserved its standing on the ASX 100. With store formats catering to both value-focused and premium consumers, the company continues to navigate industry headwinds through brand strength and operational continuity.

 


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