Woolworths in turmoil: Shocking earnings downgrade rattles investors

Woolworths in turmoil: Shocking earnings downgrade rattles investors

Woolworths, a dominant force in Australia’s retail landscape, is navigating a rare three-day losing streak after delivering an unexpected blow to investors. The company recently revised its first-half FY25 earnings guidance, announcing an anticipated figure between AUD 1.48 billion and AUD 1.53 billion. This estimate represents a 5.6% decline compared to the first half of […]

Woolworths’ deal with PFD Food Services comes under ACCC’s scanner

Woolworths’ deal with PFD Food Services comes under ACCC’s scanner

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) said that retailing giant Woolworths Group’ proposal to acquire 65% stake in foodservice distributor PFD Food Services for AUD 552 million ($426 million) will raise competition concerns. The competition regulator will now launch a detailed probe into the deal, that was announced in August 2020. It expects to […]