Woolworths (WOW) is held by 28 ASX ETFs. Over all time it rose 14.1%: on $10,000, +$1406. We explain 14 big moves in that time.
About WOW
- SectorConsumer Staples
- IndustryConsumer Staples Distribution & Retail
- Size$46.8b
- Held by28 ETFs
- Big moves14 in all time
Each dot is a move we explain. Tap one, or a row of Why it moved, to see what caused it.
Why it moved
- +3.7%26 Aug 2026· Earnings Beat
Woolworths shares rose sharply after the company reported strong FY26 full-year results showing 18% profit growth, with sales, profit and dividend all increasing.
- −7.8%30 Apr 2026· Guidance Down
Woolworths shares plunged after the company reported weak FY26 third-quarter results and cut its margin guidance amid rising cost pressures.
- +13.0%25 Feb 2026· Earnings Beat
Woolworths shares surged on a clean earnings beat across every metric in its fiscal H1 2026 results, exceeding expectations.
- +3.2%28 Nov 2025· Unknown
No clear news event explains the abnormal price move in Woolworths on 2025-11-27.
- +3.3%30 Oct 2025· Operational
Woolworths shares rose 3.33% following its Q1 sales update, which was positively received by the market.
- −3.1%2 Sep 2025· Regulatory
Woolworths and Coles faced court over controversial allegations, likely triggering a negative market reaction.
- −14.7%27 Aug 2025· Earnings Miss
Woolworths shares plunged on the release of its FY25 results, with profit falling 19% and missing expectations.
- −3.7%13 May 2025· Unknown
No specific news article directly explains the -3.69% price drop; potential broad market or sector-driven flow may be the cause.
- +3.4%4 Apr 2025· Sector Flow
Likely part of a broader ASX post-selloff buying wave, with Woolworths highlighted among recommended ASX shares to buy.
- +6.3%21 Mar 2025· Sector Flow
The ACCC supermarket inquiry concluded, with history suggesting an opportunity to buy Woolworths and Coles, driving a sector rebound.
- −3.9%5 Mar 2025· Unknown
Woolworths share price fell to a multi-year low amid broad market weakness and negative sentiment.
- −3.0%26 Feb 2025· Earnings Miss
Woolworths' half-year earnings and dividends missed expectations, triggering a sell-off.
- −6.1%30 Oct 2024· Guidance Down
Woolworths warned of a profit hit due to increased discounting and customers trading down, leading to a sharp share price decline.
- +3.3%28 Aug 2024· Dividend
Woolworths announced a $1.7 billion profit and a special dividend, driving shares up.
Held by 28 ETFs
Of every $10,000 in each fund, how much is in WOW today.
- OZXXGlobal X Australia ex Financials & Resources ETF$6356.35%
- ALFAVanEck Australian Long Short Complex ETF$4984.98%
- FAIRBetaShares Australian Sustainability Leaders ETF$4044.04%
- GEARBetaShares Geared Australian Equities Complex ETF$3873.87%
- QOZBetaShares FTSE RAFI Australia 200 ETF$3213.21%
- YMAXBetaShares Australian Top 20 Equities Yield Maximiser Complex ETF$2822.82%
- ILCiShares S&P/ASX 20 ETF$2822.82%
- MTUMBetaShares Australian Momentum ETF$2782.78%
- MVOLiShares Edge MSCI Australia Minimum Volatility ETF$2672.67%
- VETHVanguard Ethically Conscious Australian Shares ETF$2572.57%
Why did WOW rise 3.3% on 28 Aug 2024?
Woolworths
Woolworths announced a $1.7 billion profit and a special dividend, driving shares up.
The stock moved up 3.27% on the day of the announcement, and the news articles specifically highlight the $1.7 billion profit and special dividend as key catalysts. The special dividend is a direct positive event for shareholders, typically causing a price jump. The profit result also supports positive sentiment, but the special dividend is the most distinctive driver.
General information only, not personal advice — prepared without regard to your objectives, financial situation or needs. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
Evidence
News coverage
What it did to the 28 ETFs holding WOW
On $10,000 in each fund, at the weight it holds today
- OZXX6.35% of the fund+$21
- ALFA4.98% of the fund+$16
- FAIR4.04% of the fund+$13
- GEAR3.87% of the fund+$13
- QOZ3.21% of the fund+$10
- YMAX2.82% of the fund+$9
- ILC2.82% of the fund+$9
- MTUM2.78% of the fund+$9
- MVOL2.67% of the fund+$9
- VETH2.57% of the fund+$8
The 10 that hold it most. All 28 are listed on the page under Held by.