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Woolworths Holdings Limited (WLWHY)
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Woolworths Holdings (WLWHY) Price & Analysis

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WLWHY Stock Chart & Stats

$3.48
$0.08(2.36%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$3.48
$0.08(2.36%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationSustained high cash conversion (110%) and multi‑bn ZAR free cash flow materially improve financial flexibility. This durable cash generation supports dividend payouts, buybacks, ongoing investment and lowers refinancing risk by reducing dependence on new debt.
High‑quality Food DivisionFood's best‑in‑class ~41% ROCE and steady sales growth create a durable, cash‑rich core. High unit economics and resilience to downturns provide stable earnings and cash flow that can fund group initiatives and offset volatility in apparel segments.
FBH Operational RecoveryImproved availability, inventory reduction and higher trading density reflect structural fixes to assortment, supply chain and store execution. These operational gains reduce markdown risk and support sustainable margin recovery and omnichannel monetisation over coming quarters.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageA debt‑to‑equity of 1.85 signals material reliance on debt funding, which constrains capital flexibility. Persistent leverage raises refinancing and interest‑cost vulnerability and limits the company's ability to pursue opportunistic investments or absorb macro shocks without restructuring financing.
Weak Historical Free Cash FlowVery weak FCF growth and poor cash conversion historically indicate earnings are not reliably converting to cash. This structural cash‑flow weakness can impede sustained capex funding, dividends or debt reduction absent continued improvement in working capital and profitability.
Gross Margin Pressure And Rising DepreciationMultiyear CapEx (new DC) raises depreciation and, combined with online mix dilution and deliberate price investments, creates sustained pressure on gross margins and EBIT. Elevated fixed charges can limit operating leverage until sales mix and gross margins normalise.

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WLWHY FAQ

What was Woolworths Holdings Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Woolworths Holdings Limited lowest stock price was $2.49 and its highest was $3.76 in the past 12 months.
    What is Woolworths Holdings Limited’s market cap?
    Woolworths Holdings Limited’s market cap is $2.67B.
      When is Woolworths Holdings Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Woolworths Holdings Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 02, 2026 which is in 163 days.
        How were Woolworths Holdings Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        Woolworths Holdings Limited released its earnings results on Mar 04, 2026. The company reported $0.096 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $0.096.
          Is Woolworths Holdings Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Woolworths Holdings Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Woolworths Holdings Limited pay dividends?
            Woolworths Holdings Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.027 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.48%. See more information on Woolworths Holdings Limited dividends here
              What is Woolworths Holdings Limited’s EPS estimate?
              Woolworths Holdings Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Woolworths Holdings Limited have?
              Woolworths Holdings Limited has 981,774,000 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Woolworths Holdings Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Woolworths Holdings Limited reported an EPS of $0.096 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.175%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Woolworths Holdings Limited?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in WLWHY
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Woolworths Holdings Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    -3.04%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    16.46%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    11.89%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Woolworths Holdings Limited

                    Woolworths Holdings Limited, through its subsidiaries, operates a chain of retail stores in sub-Saharan Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. It operates through seven segments: Woolworths Fashion, Beauty and Home; Woolworths Food; Woolworths Logistics; David Jones; Country Road Group; Woolworths Financial Services; and Treasury. The company provides food, clothing, homeware, beauty, and various lifestyle products, as well as operates department stores. It offers financial products and services, such as store cards, credit cards, personal loans, and insurance products. The company is also involved in the cash and debt management activities. It operates approximately 719 WSA stores in South Africa and 88 stores in the rest of Africa. The company was founded in 1931 and is based in Cape Town, South Africa.

                    Woolworths Holdings (WLWHY) Earnings & Revenues

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                    WLWHY Earnings Call

                    Q2 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call presents a constructive recovery narrative: sales growth, market-share gains across all divisions, strong cash generation, improved operational metrics (availability, inventory reduction, CRG turnaround) and continued investment in digital and customer-facing initiatives. However, margin pressure from recent capital investment (Midrand DC), deliberate price investments and inventory clearances, plus material foreign exchange headwinds and elevated depreciation, have constrained near-term EBIT and EPS growth in rand terms. On balance the company has moved decisively beyond its trough, showing multiple positive proof points and a clear pathway for improved full-year performance despite identifiable short-term challenges.View all WLWHY earnings summaries
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                    Ownership Overview

                    <0.01%<0.01%99.99%
                    Insiders
                    <0.01% Other Institutional Investors
                    99.99% Public Companies and
                    Individual Investors

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