• Supermarkets sales revenue up 4.8%, with 4.6% comparable growth
• eCommerce sales up 27.9% in Supermarkets, reaching 13.3% penetration
• Liquor sales revenue down 1.1%, with 1.4% comparable decline

Coles Group Limited has reported its 2026 First Quarter Sales Results, with a focus on value, quality and customer experience continuing to drive sales momentum. Group sales revenue increased by 3.9% to $10,963 million, with Supermarkets sales revenue up 4.8% to $9,965 million and comparable sales growth of 4.6%. eCommerce sales in Supermarkets grew by 27.9%, reaching a penetration of 13.3%. In Liquor, sales revenue declined by 1.1% with comparable sales down 1.4%, though eCommerce sales grew by 6.8% and penetration reached 7.6%. The company made significant progress with its 'Simply Liquorland' banner simplification, with 60 stores converted during the quarter. Coles CEO Leah Weckert highlighted the commitment and dedication of the team in delivering for customers over the period. The company continues to focus on providing value, quality and an enhanced customer experience, with new product launches, store renewals, and improvements to digital platforms and fulfilment capabilities.

Supermarkets sales revenue growth in the early part of Q2 has remained at similar levels to Q1. The company is focused on providing value and inspiration for entertaining at home during the festive season, having launched over 340 new Own Brand products and specialty drinks.

In Liquor, the market remains challenging, with consumers remaining budget conscious. Coles is focused on ensuring the right range and value proposition to cater for all entertaining occasions, and plans to complete the vast majority of its 'Simply Liquorland' store conversions by the end of the calendar year.