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Woolworths shares have jumped amid speculation two global private equity giants may be considering a joint bid for the retail giant's Big W chain.

Coles' food and liquor sales growth has eased further as the supermarket price war ramps up with German discounter Aldi's aggressive expansion.

Wesfarmers has promoted Rob Scott to managing director of a new industrials division created through the combination of its three non-retail operations.

Department store chain Kmart is set to move its Western Australian distribution centre from Canning Vale to Jandakot, with plans in motion to establish a $40 million facility at Jandakot Airport.

From mining to retail and everything in between, it seems bigger is better – particularly when the going gets tough.

Mount Lawley's soon-to-be fifth Mexican eatery, Guzman y Gomez, claims it offers something distinct from the neighbouring competition.

Wesfarmers has agreed to sell its insurance broking arm for $1.01 billion, marking an exit from the industry for the company.

Stockland has selected Probuild as its preferred contractor for the $116 million redevelopment and expansion of its Baldivis shopping centre.

Changes to Wesfarmers' remuneration policies have shone a bright light on the company's results.

Small changes quietly herald a change of focus at Wesfarmers.

Wesfarmers Ltd has opted to retain the Kmart general retail business which it inherited with the acquisition of Coles Ltd last year.