Coles is currently owned by Coles Group Limited, which is an independent public company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. Coles was previously owned by Wesfarmers from 2007 until 2018, when it was spun off and became independent again. Coles Group operates Coles Supermarkets and related businesses.
Woolworths Supermarkets is owned by Woolworths Group. Woolworths is substantially controlled by major global investment funds, particularly BlackRock, State Street Corporation, and the Vanguard Group, which hold significant shares in the company through various nominees and financial institutions.
In summary:
- Coles ownership: Coles Group Limited (independent public company)
- Woolworths ownership: Woolworths Group, with substantial shareholding by large global investment funds such as BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street.
