Australia’s Federal Court says Coles breached consumer law on pricing discounts. A major penalty is expected, following similar action against Woolworths.
3 mins to read Grocery giant Coles faces massive fine for misleading discounts It is a big win for regulators, and a judgment against Woolworths on similar charges is expected later this year.. Coles made profits of A$1.1b in 2025.. Lachlan Colquhoun Fri, 15 May 2026 © All content copyright NBR.. Do not reproduce in any form without permission, even if you have a paid subscription.. ASX-listed supermarket giant Coles is facing one of the
biggest financial penalties in Australian corporate history after the Federal Court found the company broke consumer law by misleading shoppers on pricing discounts.. In a major victory for the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Want to read more?. It’s easy.. Choose your subscription Already have an account?. Login Smartphone Only Subscription NZ$29.95 / monthly Monthly Premium Online Subscription NZ$49.95 / monthly Smartphone Only Annual Subscription NZ$299.00 / yearly Yearly Premium Online Subscription NZ$499.00 / yearly
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