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Woolworths H2 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H2 2026 earnings summary2 Sep, 2026
Executive summary
FY 2026 was challenging due to macroeconomic headwinds, Middle East conflict, and local disruptions, but the group delivered 4.8% sales growth and improved profitability.
Foods business outperformed, gaining profitable market share and maintaining sector-leading returns, while Fashion, Beauty, and Home (FBH) underperformed due to margin pressure and weak demand.
Country Road Group (CRG) in Australia returned to profitability, aided by inventory reduction, brand repositioning, and operational reset.
Improved inventory management led to strong cash generation and a cleaner base for FY27.
Strategic reset underway to focus on food-led growth, operational simplification, and disciplined capital allocation.
Financial highlights
Group sales grew 4.8% in constant currency to ZAR 84.5 billion; H2 growth slowed to 3.4%.
Adjusted EBITDA rose 3.1% to ZAR 8.9 billion; adjusted EBIT up 3.2% to ZAR 5.3 billion.
ADHEPS increased 4.6% to ZAR 3.15 per share; total dividend up 5.9% to ZAR 1.99 per share.
Free cash flow reached ZAR 4 billion, with cash conversion at 105%.
ROCE improved to 17%, up 60 bps; Woolworths SA at 24.4%.
Outlook and guidance
Near-term trading conditions expected to remain challenging in both South Africa and Australia.
Initiatives underway to mitigate trade risks and maximize opportunities.
Medium-term guidance to be updated at next results; focus on food-led growth and portfolio optimization.
FY27 first seven weeks: Food sales up 3.2%, FBH up 1.7%, CRG down 7.7% year-on-year.
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Latest events from Woolworths
- AGM showcased growth, transformation, and robust governance, with all resolutions approved.WHL
AGM 2025 - Sales and profits rose 6% in constant currency, supported by strong cash flow and margin improvement.WHLH1 2026
- Sales up 6%, EBIT down 10.9%; Food excelled, FBH rebounded, CRG weak but set for recovery.WHLH2 2025
- Leadership changes, strategic investments, and all resolutions passed amid active stakeholder engagement.WHLAGM 2024
- Sales up 4.3% but EBIT down 14.1% as food outperformed and investments weighed on profit.WHLH2 2024
- Turnover up 5.7% with Food strength, but profit and dividend down amid apparel weakness.WHLH1 2025
Next Woolworths earnings date
H1 20273 Mar, 2027
Woolworths
Next Woolworths earnings date
H1 20273 Mar, 2027
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Woolworths Holdings Limited is a retail group operating in the fashion, food, and financial services sectors. The company manages a portfolio of brands, offering apparel, home goods, groceries, and beauty products through physical stores and e-commerce platforms. It also provides financial services, including credit cards and insurance, through strategic partnerships. Woolworths Holdings operates across multiple regions, with a presence in South Africa, Australia, and other international markets. The company is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, and its shares are listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).