Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) Share Price and News
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Market Cap
$49.55 billion
P/E Ratio
34.72
Dividend Yield
2.59%
Shares Outstanding
1.27 billion
Earnings per share
1.121
Dividend per share
1.06
Year To Date Return
0.43%
Earnings Yield
2.88%
Franking
100%
Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) Latest News
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Dividend Payment History
Data provided by Morningstar.| Ex-Date | Amount | Franking | Type | Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Mar 2021 | $0.5300 | 100.00% | Interim | 14 Apr 2021 |
| 01 Sep 2020 | $0.4800 | 100.00% | Final | 06 Oct 2020 |
| 04 Mar 2020 | $0.4600 | 100.00% | Interim | 09 Apr 2020 |
| 03 Sep 2019 | $0.5700 | 100.00% | Final | 30 Sep 2019 |
| 28 Feb 2019 | $0.4500 | 100.00% | Interim | 05 Apr 2019 |
| 13 Sep 2018 | $0.1000 | 100.00% | Special Cash | 12 Oct 2018 |
| 13 Sep 2018 | $0.5000 | 100.00% | Final | 12 Oct 2018 |
| 01 Mar 2018 | $0.4300 | 100.00% | Interim | 06 Apr 2018 |
| 07 Sep 2017 | $0.5000 | 100.00% | Final | 06 Oct 2017 |
| 02 Mar 2017 | $0.3400 | 100.00% | Interim | 07 Apr 2017 |
| 08 Sep 2016 | $0.3300 | 100.00% | Final | 07 Oct 2016 |
| 02 Mar 2016 | $0.4400 | 100.00% | Interim | 08 Apr 2016 |
| 09 Sep 2015 | $0.7200 | 100.00% | 09 Oct 2015 | |
| 18 Mar 2015 | $0.6700 | 100.00% | 24 Apr 2015 | |
| 10 Sep 2014 | $0.7200 | 100.00% | Final | 10 Oct 2014 |
| 17 Mar 2014 | $0.6500 | 100.00% | Interim | 24 Apr 2014 |
| 09 Sep 2013 | $0.7100 | 100.00% | Final | 11 Oct 2013 |
| 18 Mar 2013 | $0.6200 | 100.00% | Interim | 26 Apr 2013 |
| 10 Sep 2012 | $0.6700 | 100.00% | Final | 12 Oct 2012 |
| 19 Mar 2012 | $0.5900 | 100.00% | Interim | 27 Apr 2012 |
| 12 Sep 2011 | $0.6500 | 100.00% | Final | 14 Oct 2011 |
| 21 Mar 2011 | $0.5700 | 100.00% | Interim | 29 Apr 2011 |
| 13 Sep 2010 | $0.6200 | 100.00% | Final | 15 Oct 2010 |
| 22 Mar 2010 | $0.5300 | 100.00% | Interim | 23 Apr 2010 |
| 07 Sep 2009 | $0.5600 | 100.00% | Final | 09 Oct 2009 |
| 23 Mar 2009 | $0.4800 | 100.00% | Interim | 24 Apr 2009 |
Yearly Dividend Payment Chart
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About Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW)
Woolworths Group Ltd (WOW) is an Australian retail group operating primarily in the supermarket sector. Woolworths’ other operations include discount department stores, home improvement, petrol and hotels.
Woolworths is one of Australia’s most recognisable brands, and the Woolworths Group also includes a number of other well-known household names, such as BIG W, BWS and Dan Murphy’s.
Founded in 1924, Woolworths shares first listed in 1993 and the group is now one of the largest listed companies on the ASX. Woolworths shares are often referred to as defensive shares, as the Woolworths share price has a potential buffer against economic downturn given the nature of its primary business activities – even in an economic downturn, there is still demand for food, toiletries and other essentials.
Share Price History
Data provided by Morningstar.| Date | Close | Change | % Change | Volume | Open | High | Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Mar 2021 | $39.16 | $0.21 | 0.54% | 1,495,216 | $39.60 | $40.13 | $39.15 |
| 05 Mar 2021 | $38.95 | $0.18 | 0.46% | 1,757,451 | $39.00 | $39.15 | $38.71 |
| 04 Mar 2021 | $38.77 | $-1.05 | -2.64% | 3,144,139 | $39.22 | $39.28 | $38.32 |
| 03 Mar 2021 | $39.82 | $-0.68 | -1.68% | 1,975,886 | $40.72 | $40.94 | $39.71 |
| 02 Mar 2021 | $40.50 | $0.21 | 0.52% | 2,186,590 | $40.65 | $40.80 | $40.24 |
| 01 Mar 2021 | $40.29 | $0.89 | 2.26% | 2,519,177 | $39.90 | $40.42 | $39.72 |
| 26 Feb 2021 | $39.40 | $-0.68 | -1.70% | 3,685,679 | $39.99 | $40.02 | $39.21 |
| 25 Feb 2021 | $40.08 | $0.58 | 1.47% | 2,344,344 | $40.00 | $40.64 | $39.72 |
| 24 Feb 2021 | $39.50 | $0.41 | 1.05% | 2,360,955 | $39.42 | $39.74 | $38.99 |
| 23 Feb 2021 | $39.09 | $-0.03 | -0.08% | 2,290,248 | $39.00 | $39.24 | $38.68 |
| 22 Feb 2021 | $39.12 | $-0.40 | -1.01% | 1,980,766 | $39.30 | $39.31 | $38.70 |
| 19 Feb 2021 | $39.52 | $0.32 | 0.82% | 3,073,345 | $39.20 | $39.69 | $39.05 |
| 18 Feb 2021 | $39.20 | $-0.21 | -0.53% | 2,610,522 | $39.21 | $39.62 | $38.86 |
| 17 Feb 2021 | $39.41 | $-1.91 | -4.62% | 4,059,839 | $40.62 | $40.77 | $39.05 |
| 16 Feb 2021 | $41.32 | $-0.01 | -0.02% | 1,204,252 | $41.21 | $41.53 | $41.13 |
| 15 Feb 2021 | $41.33 | $0.23 | 0.56% | 936,714 | $41.45 | $41.54 | $41.00 |
| 12 Feb 2021 | $41.10 | $-0.05 | -0.12% | 787,262 | $41.08 | $41.34 | $40.97 |
| 11 Feb 2021 | $41.15 | $-0.38 | -0.92% | 1,067,521 | $41.25 | $41.37 | $41.04 |
| 10 Feb 2021 | $41.53 | $0.51 | 1.24% | 1,295,796 | $41.05 | $41.76 | $40.91 |
| 09 Feb 2021 | $41.02 | $-0.63 | -1.51% | 1,915,707 | $41.05 | $41.55 | $41.02 |
| 08 Feb 2021 | $41.65 | $0.45 | 1.09% | 1,078,077 | $41.14 | $41.74 | $40.93 |
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Top Share Holders
Data provided by Morningstar.| Name | Shares | Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Hsbc Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited | 325,809,124 | 25.79% |
| JP Morgan Nominees Australia Pty Limited | 211,513,848 | 16.75% |
| Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited | 91,467,329 | 7.24% |
| BNP Paribas Nominees Pty Ltd | 74,376,637 | 5.89% |
| National Nominees Limited | 43,457,451 | 3.44% |
| Pacific Custodians Pty Limited | 7,758,020 | 0.61% |
| Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited | 5,666,718 | 0.45% |
| Woolworths Custodian Pty Ltd | 4,924,694 | 0.39% |
| Argo Investments Limited | 3,229,526 | 0.26% |
| Netwealth Investments Limited | 3,162,870 | 0.25% |
| Milton Corporation Limited | 2,936,973 | 0.23% |
| 100F Investment Management Limited | 2,690,836 | 0.21% |
| Amp Life Limited | 1,929,271 | 0.15% |
| Navigator Australia Ltd | 1,753,757 | 0.14% |
| Custodial Services Limited | 1,614,124 | 0.13% |
| BKI Investment Company Limited | 1,428,744 | 0.11% |
| Nulis Nominees (Australia) Limited | 1,221,189 | 0.10% |
| Australia United Investment Company Limited | 1,000,000 | 0.08% |
| The Senior Master of the Supreme Court | 959,970 | 0.08% |
| BNP Paribas Noms (Nz) Ltd | 936,552 | 0.07% |
FAQ
Does Woolworths pay dividends?
Subject to Board approval, Woolworths Group Limited pays an interim dividend in April and a final dividend in October.
How can I buy Woolworths shares?
Woolworths Group Limited shares can be purchase through a broker, and trade on the ASX under the code: WOW
Are Woolworths dividends fully-franked?
Woolworths pays fully franked dividends twice per year. The final dividend is paid in October and the interim dividend is paid in April.