Why Domino's, DroneShield, WiseTech, and Woolworths are sinking today

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) has followed Wall Street's lead and is pushing higher on Wednesday. At the time of writing, the benchmark index is up 0.15% to 8,948.1 points.

Four ASX shares that have failed to follow the market higher today are listed below. Here's why they are falling:

Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP)

The Domino's Pizza share price is down 20% to $15.53. Investors have been selling the struggling pizza chain operator's shares following the release of its FY 2025 results. Domino's reported a 0.9% decline in network sales to $4.15 billion and a 4.6% decline in EBIT to $198.1 million. Executive chair, Jack Cowin, said "We're taking action to make Domino's a leaner, more efficient business. That means reducing costs – and using those savings to support our franchise partners and invest in marketing that drives sales. We will share the rewards when we get it right – with customers, with partners, and with shareholders."

DroneShield Ltd (ASX: DRO)

The DroneShield share price is down 15% to $3.04. This is despite the counter drone technology company releasing its half year results and reporting a stunning 210% increase in revenue to $72.3 million and EBITDA of $5.2 million. The latter is up from a loss of $4.9 million a year ago. Its growth has continued in the second half, with year to date revenue reaching $114.4 million by the first half of August. However, it seems that some investors were expecting even stronger growth, judging by the share price performance today.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

The WiseTech Global share price is down 11% to $103.02. This morning, WiseTech Global released its full year results and revealed a 14% increase in revenue to US$683.7 million and a 17% jump in EBITDA to US$325 million. However, its guidance for FY 2026 appears to have fallen a touch short of expectations and investors are punishing it. Management is guiding to revenue of USS$1.39 billion to US$1.44 billion and EBITDA of US$550 million to US$585 million. The latter represents EBITDA growth of 44% to 53% and includes the benefits of the e2open acquisition.

Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW)

The Woolworths share price is down 13% to $29.02. This supermarket giant's shares are being sold off today after it released its FY 2025 results. Woolworths reported a 3.6% increase in group sales to $69.1 billion but a 17.1% decline in group net profit after tax to $1,385 million. This led to the Woolworths board cutting its final dividend by 21.1% to a fully franked 45 cents per share. CEO, Amanda Bardwell, said: "After a highly disrupted first half, we have taken action to reposition the Group for long-term sustainable growth. While there is more to do and current trading remains below our ambition, we have seen some early positive signs with improving customer scores."

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Domino's Pizza Enterprises and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Domino's Pizza Enterprises, DroneShield, and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Domino's Pizza Enterprises. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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