Woolworths’ Ooshies craze causes Coles sales slump with parents shopping at rival supermarket to collect toys

The Guardian reports that Woolworths' Disney Ooshies collectables have caused a short-term sales slump at rival supermarket Coles. Coles' full-year results show sales dipped over four weeks of the competitor's promotion, even as the chain gained market share over the past year. The rubber figurine campaign was set to end on Tuesday, but Woolworths ran out a week early due to strong demand.

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