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Coles Group Limited (ASX:COL)

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Current share price for COL : $23.615 1.505 (6.81%)+
Announcement
Release
1 May 2026 8:27AM
Price at Release
$22.110
Full Release
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Summary
Coles Group Limited reported a strong performance in the third quarter of the 2026 financial year, with supermarkets sales revenue increasing by 4.0% to $9.8 billion. This growth was driven by a 5.7% increase in sales excluding tobacco. The company also saw remarkable growth in eCommerce sales, which surged by 24.8%, with penetration hitting 13.6%. However, liquor sales experienced a decline of 3.9%, amounting to $781 million. Amid geopolitical uncertainties, Coles focused on delivering value to customers, which included strategic promotions and a boost in Flybuys membership by 5% to 10.3 million. The quarter also saw the completion of 17 supermarket renewals and the opening of two new supermarkets.
Key Points
  • Supermarkets sales revenue increased by 4.0% to $9.8 billion in the third quarter.
  • Sales growth excluding tobacco was 5.7%.
  • eCommerce sales grew by 24.8% with penetration reaching 13.6%.
  • Flybuys active members increased by 5% to 10.3 million.
  • Liquor sales revenue decreased by 3.9% to $781 million.
  • Coles Group focused on improving value for customers amid geopolitical uncertainties.
  • Coles Group CEO highlighted strong customer offer and strategic execution.
  • 17 supermarket renewals and 2 new supermarkets were completed in the quarter.
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