date:Mar 06, 2014
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Total merchandise sales increased 9.8 per cent and comparable merchandise sales increased 6.4 per cent for the half year, which Woolworths said reflected its improved convenience offer and more effective promotional activity, despite lower fuel volumes.
Petrol EBIT of $74 million increased 4.2 per cent on the previous half year assisted by the continuing shift towards premium unleaded and diesel fuels, and stronger merchandise sales. CODB as a percentage of sales decreased on the prior year