Woolworths NZ sales hit $8.49b as second half trading weakens
Woolworths New Zealand posted $8.49 billion in sales for the year to June 2026, with strong first-half trading offset by challenging conditions in the second half.
Woolworths New Zealand has reported total sales of $8.49 billion for the 12 months to June 28, 2026, with the first half showing strength but the second half proving considerably more difficult. The supermarket chain posted a $163 million profit and spent $400 million on store refreshes during the period. Consumer advocacy groups have questioned the company's profitability amid challenging trading conditions for retailers.
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Woolworths NZ sales rise to $8.49b as second-half trading proves challenging
Woolworths New Zealand supermarkets have posted to tal sales of $8.49 billion , with reports revealing a strong first half of trading and a considerably more challenging second half. The Australian-based supermarket company posted earnings for the 12 months toβ¦
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'Wrong' for Woolworths to bank big profit, Consumer NZ says
Consumer NZ says it will feel "wrong" to many New Zealand shoppers that supermarket chain Woolworths has been able to spend $400 million on store refreshes and still banked a $163 million profit.