Brisbane Times ·general ·3 hours ago

Woolies launches charm offensive for customers as shareholders take a hit

Woolworths shares fell nearly 10 percent Thursday after the supermarket giant downgraded profit guidance despite strong third-quarter sales. CEO Amanda Bardwell acknowledged past pricing transparency issues, announcing a three-month freeze on 300 popular items including eggs and pasta. The move prioritizes customer trust over shareholder returns amid an Australian Competition and Consumer Commission investigation into alleged misleading discounts.

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