In recent days, governments across Australia and New Zealand have announced additional measures to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
At this stage, State and Federal government measures in Australia do not require the closure of retail stores.
Kmart’s 25 New Zealand stores will be closed and Bunnings’ 53 locations in New Zealand will remain open to trade customers but will be closed to the general public.
Shares in Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) trading 1.7 per cent higher at $32.22