Woolworths reports sixteen percent jump in first half profit as food sales grow
The supermarket giant reported an underlying profit of 859 million dollars for the first half. Growth was driven by lower prices and a strong food division.
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Woolworths Group Limited reported a 16.4% rise in half-year underlying net profit to A$859 million for the 27 weeks ended January 4. This result exceeded the Visible Alpha consensus estimate of A$813.5 million and represents a material increase from the A$739 million recorded a year earlier. The performance highlights stronger reported profitability for the company during the first half of the financial year.
The growth was primarily driven by the core Australian Food unit and the implementation of lower prices aimed at attracting customers. These strategic initiatives were central to lifting sales and profitability for the period. As the top supermarket chain in Australia 
AU, the group’s performance is of structural importance to the national grocery sector.
AU, the group’s performance is of structural importance to the national grocery sector.
