2254 GMT - Woolworths's decision to close MyDeal doesn't surprise Jefferies. That's because of the challenging economics of marketplaces and Wesfarmers's closure of Catch. Analyst Michael Simotas says the destruction of capital invested into MyDeal clearly isn't positive. Also, the ongoing earnings benefit from closing the operation is modest. Still, Jefferies welcomes the move because it is a step toward simplifying "a very complicated business and it suggests management won't have tolerance for ongoing losses." Jefferies has a hold call on Woolworths and A$29.50/share price target. Woolworths ended last week at A$31.14. (david.winning@wsj.com; @dwinningWSJ)
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