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What to know about Woolworths’ appointment of its first female CEO in 100 years

While some have welcomed the move as a historic moment, others refer to it as an example of a "glass cliff".

“Back to what good looks like”: The ups and downs of Woolworths’ FY23

Woolworths Group CEO Brad Banducci noted that Australia and New Zealand’s ongoing battle with inflation hit both custome...

Woolworths sales growth beats inflation, as CEO pledges value focus

"In many areas, inflation remains frustratingly elevated and we need to continue to work hard to provide our customers w...

Woolworths’ first-half profit increases as customers return to stores

Woolworths Group CEO, Brad Banducci, said sales momentum was solid in the half as the operating rhythm continues to impr...

Woolworths flags concerns across supply chain, customer experience

Despite group net profit hitting $1.5 billion in FY22, Woolworths conceded this week that the result landed below its as...

Booming e-commerce bolsters Woolworths top line in ‘challenging’ year

The core retail business improved sales by 4.3 per cent, driven by a 33.6 per cent boost online.

Woolworths to open Big W in Sydney’s CBD

Lord Mayor Clover Moore describes expansion as ‘real vote of confidence’ in helping the city's CBD rebound.

Woolworths’ first half succumbs to Delta’s strain

Sales growth in the half fell to 3 per cent throughout the half, compared to the 10.6 per cent seen this time last year.

Woolworths Group pushes through “challenging” quarter, eyes Christmas trade

According to group chief executive Brad Banducci, the business’ stores and supply chain were significantly impacted by p...

Woolworths sales up 12 per cent ahead of holiday season

Woolworths Group rode its strong FY20 trading into the beginning of FY21, delivering first quarter sales results 12.3 pe...

Woolworths Group appoints new MD at Big W

Pejman Okhovat has been appointed the new MD of Big W, replacing David Walker who Woolworths Group has made its new chie...

Woolworths bounces back after tepid first half

Supermarket sales are up, and Endeavour Drinks delivers strong comparable sales growth.

Woolworths announces $1.7bn buy-back following sale of petrol business

The retailer plans to close 30 BIG W stores and two distribution centres over the next three years.

UK’s fastest-growing kids’ toiletries brand launches in Australia

Childs Farm is the UK's largest brand in the category after Johnson’s Baby.

Woolworths expands Rewards options to Big W

Members can now redeem points at more than 2,500 stores across the Woolworths Group.

Woolies reaffirms supply chain commitments

Cohort of activist shareholders withdraw motion.

Woolworths launches new Seniors Card

Supermarket giant partners with NSW Government.

Supermarket giants’ major move to get rid of plastic bags

Woolworths, Coles plan to be more environmentally friendly by 2018.

EasiYo now available in Coles

Coles is the latest Australian supermarket to sell New Zealand yogurt brand, EasiYo.

The occasion opportunity

Making life easier for shoppers can boost brand relevance as well as retail sales.