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Highlights
- Coles reports steady performance in FY25
- Supermarket and e-commerce remain key growth drivers
- Liquor and new store plans outlined for FY26
The Coles Group (ASX:COL), one of the leading supermarket retailers in Australia, has released its FY25 results showing a stable performance across its operations. As part of the ASX 200 companies list, the group continues to remain a key player in the retail sector with a wide presence in supermarkets and liquor outlets.
The results reflected consistent progress in revenue along with contributions from both its supermarket and liquor divisions. The company highlighted that the supermarket segment remained its strongest driver, supported by solid customer demand and improving efficiencies across its operations.
Growth in Supermarkets and E-Commerce
Supermarkets continue to be at the core of Coles’ operations. Sales growth in this segment has been encouraging, supported by strong volumes and a focus on enhancing customer experience. The company also saw notable progress in its online shopping channel, with e-commerce delivering robust gains.
Coles pointed out that the integration of advanced warehouses and automation projects has improved supply chain efficiency, which further strengthened its digital capabilities. Customer satisfaction scores also rose during the year, reflecting the benefits of ongoing transformation projects.
Liquor and Transformation Initiatives
In addition to supermarkets, Coles remains an established player in the liquor segment through its brands including Liquorland, Vintage Cellars, First Choice, and Coles Liquor. While liquor sales remained relatively stable, the company is focusing on optimising store numbers by opening new outlets while closing some underperforming ones.
Coles also continues to benefit from its automated distribution centre program, which is expected to deliver full-year efficiencies moving forward. These initiatives are likely to further enhance the company’s operational strength in the coming years.
Outlook for FY26
Looking ahead, Coles has set plans for continued expansion with the opening of new supermarkets and liquor stores while closing a few existing outlets. The company also indicated that early FY26 performance has started positively, supported by higher supermarket revenue and continued digital momentum.
While challenges remain in areas such as regulatory changes impacting tobacco sales, the business remains well positioned to maintain steady progress across its core segments. With a balanced strategy that focuses on customer value, store expansion, and digital growth, Coles is preparing for another solid year.
