Feb 24 (Reuters) - Woolworths Group WOW.AX on Wednesday posted a 28% rise in first-half profit, as consumers shifted to savings mode during lockdowns, spending more only to stock up groceries and other essential items.
Australia's largest supermarket operator said profit attributable from continuing operations came in at A$1.14 billion ($901.63 million), compared with A$887 million a year ago.
($1 = 1.2644 Australian dollars)