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NAB Posts Strong Half-Year Profit and Lifts Focus on Scam Protection

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  • NAB posted solid half-year earnings and a fully franked interim dividend, underscoring operational momentum.
  • The bank is ramping up investment in fraud prevention and customer support to combat sophisticated scams.
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NAB Posts Strong Half-Year Profit and Lifts Focus on Scam Protection

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National Australia Bank Limited ( (AU:NAB) ) has provided an update.

National Australia Bank reported cash earnings of $2,639 million and statutory net profit of $2,750 million for the six months to 31 March 2026, highlighting continued momentum across its operations. The board declared a fully franked 2026 interim dividend of 85 cents per ordinary share, with key dates set in May for ex-dividend and record, and payment scheduled for 2 July 2026.

Alongside its financial results, NAB emphasized increased investment in advanced fraud prevention technologies, including blocking high‑risk payments, using biometrics, and working with industry partners to combat increasingly sophisticated scams targeting Australians. The bank signalled that customer protection and around‑the‑clock specialist support remain central to its strategy, reinforcing its long‑term positioning and stakeholder confidence amid ongoing economic uncertainty.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:NAB) stock is a Hold with a A$43.90 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on National Australia Bank Limited stock, see the AU:NAB Stock Forecast page.

More about National Australia Bank Limited

National Australia Bank Limited is a major Australian financial institution providing retail and business banking services, including deposits, lending, and payments, to customers in Australia and abroad. The bank focuses on maintaining disciplined execution across its businesses while navigating economic uncertainty and enhancing customer protection, particularly against rising digital and AI-enabled scams.

YTD Price Performance: -5.86%

Average Trading Volume: 5,232,535

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: A$121.8B

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