Woolworths shines as food business keeps delivering Trading update Group sales for the 26 weeks ended 27 December 2020 (‘current period’) increased by 5.3% compared to the 26 weeks ended 29 December 2019 (‘prior period’) and declined by 0.5% in constant currency terms. This reflects improved trading momentum across all businesses over the final six weeks of the reporting period versus the 20-week update published on the Stock Exchange News Service (‘SENS’) on 19 November 2020. Trading conditions across the Group continued to be impacted by Covid-19, with significantly reduced store footfall, particularly in larger shopping centres and CBD locations. Considered actions to stimulate trade, strengthen online capabilities, manage inventory levels and execute property sales, have resulted in positive cash flows and a continued reduction in net debt levels in both South Africa and Australia.