Strategic capital structuring advice for Woolworths
KordaMentha was engaged to advise Woolworths on capital structuring options for its substantial freehold property portfolio. Our guidance supported the business through a capital-intensive period and helped identify alternative funding strategies.
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Real Estate & ConstructionWoolworths holds a significant freehold property portfolio spanning retail, logistics and mixed-use development.
Traditionally, the organisation has relied on its strong balance sheet to fund property investments.
With a pipeline of strategic developments ahead, Woolworths was entering a capital-intensive phase and sought advice on alternative funding strategies.
KordaMentha was engaged to provide strategic real estate advice, combining deep capital market knowledge with an understanding of the portfolio and development pipeline. Our team explored a range of capital structuring options to support future investment and unlock value.
How we helped
We delivered targeted advice to help Woolworths assess and implement alternative capital strategies. Our recommendations were grounded in commercial rigour and tailored to the organisation’s investment objectives.
- Assessed Woolworths’ property portfolio and development pipeline
- Identified capital structuring alternatives to support investment
- Explored sale and leaseback opportunities
- Evaluated capital partnerships and joint venture models
- Considered unlisted and listed property trust structures
- Provided strategic guidance aligned to long-term growth
Outcomes acheived
- Strategic clarity: Funding options identified
- Portfolio alignment: Advice tailored to asset mix
- Capital flexibility: Alternatives to balance sheet funding
- Value unlock: Pathways to monetise property holdings
- Investment readiness: Structures to support future growth
- Market insight: Guidance informed by capital trends
- Commercial rigour: Recommendations grounded in feasibility
- Stakeholder confidence: Clear direction for decision-making
