Westpac Banking Corporation (AU:WBC)
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WBC Stock Chart & Stats
AU$42.65
-AU$0.17(-0.51%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$42.65
-AU$0.17(-0.51%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$32.38 - AU$43.32
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.03M
Average Volume (3M)4.71M
Market Cap
AU$117.85B
Enterprise ValueAU$295.15B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$53.49B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$225.71B
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.0
Beta1.17
Next Earnings
Nov 02, 2026EPS Estimate
1.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.9%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.05
Shares Outstanding3,420,303,200
10 Day Avg. Volume5,088,098
30 Day Avg. Volume4,707,401
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio38.79
Price to Book (P/B)1.83
Price to Sales (P/S)2.30
P/FCF Ratio9.84
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$33.90Price Target Upside-20.53% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)2.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$22.96B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Steady ROEA consistent ROE near 9–10% indicates the franchise earns returns above many low-growth assets, supporting retained earnings, dividend capacity and capital formation. Over 2–6 months this stability reflects durable underwriting and pricing power across core lending businesses.
Healthy MarginsSustained operating and net margins demonstrate structural efficiency in operations and diversified fee/net interest mix. Higher margins buffer earnings against moderate revenue fluctuations and support long‑term profitability even if growth slows or funding costs rise.
Strong Cash Generation (2025)A large recovery to nearly net‑income‑matched free cash flow shows the bank can convert earnings into distributable cash when trends normalize. This material cash generation strengthens liquidity management, dividend funding and reinvestment capacity over the medium term.
Bears Say
Rising LeverageAn upward trend in leverage increases sensitivity to funding costs, macro shocks and credit deterioration. Higher leverage reduces capital cushions and may constrain lending or dividend policy if regulatory buffers are stressed, raising structural downside risk.
Volatile Cash FlowsMulti-year swings from large outflows to strong inflows reduce predictability of free cash flow and complicate capital planning. This instability can force defensive capital actions in downturns and makes forward guidance, buybacks or steady dividends less reliable.
Inconsistent Revenue TrendsNegative recent revenue growth and uneven year‑to‑year performance suggest reliance on volatile income components or comparability effects. Persistently inconsistent top‑line trends weaken predictability of long‑run earnings and complicate margin and capital planning.
Westpac Banking News
WBC FAQ
What was Westpac Banking Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Westpac Banking Corporation lowest share price was AU$32.38 and its highest was AU$43.32 in the past 12 months.
What is Westpac Banking Corporation’s market cap?
Westpac Banking Corporation’s market cap is AU$117.85B.
When is Westpac Banking Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Westpac Banking Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 02, 2026 which is in 143 days.
How were Westpac Banking Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Westpac Banking Corporation released its earnings results on May 04, 2026. The company reported AU$1.019 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$1.003 by AU$0.016.
Is Westpac Banking Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Westpac Banking Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Westpac Banking Corporation pay dividends?
Westpac Banking Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.77 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.9%. See more information on Westpac Banking Corporation dividends here
What is Westpac Banking Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Westpac Banking Corporation’s EPS estimate is 1.05.
How many shares outstanding does Westpac Banking Corporation have?
Westpac Banking Corporation has 3,420,303,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to Westpac Banking Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Westpac Banking Corporation reported an EPS of AU$1.019 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$1.003. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.26%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Westpac Banking Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:WBC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Westpac Banking Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
AU$33.90 (-20.53% Downside)
AU$33.90 (-20.53% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:WBC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth AU$67.3K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 67%
Bearish news 33%
Bearish news 33%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
41.33%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
17.28%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Westpac Banking Corporation
Westpac Banking Corporation, an established financial institution headquartered in Sydney, Australia, has provided a comprehensive suite of banking and financial solutions since its founding in 1817 (initially as Bank of New South Wales, rebranded in October 1982). Its operations extend across Australia, New Zealand, and into international markets. The company offers a broad spectrum of services to its diverse clientele, including various deposit accounts (such as savings, term deposits, and specialized business, trust, or foreign currency accounts); a wide range of lending products like home, personal, business, and commercial loans; and asset financing for vehicles and equipment, along with business overdrafts and bank guarantees. Westpac also issues debit and credit cards, facilitates international and travel services, provides share trading and investment products, and a diverse portfolio of insurance policies covering home, auto, travel, life, and business needs. Furthermore, it delivers sophisticated corporate and institutional services, encompassing transaction banking, financial market solutions, corporate and structured finance, trade and supply chain financing, industry-specific banking, and treasury management, all supported by extensive online banking capabilities. Its customer base spans individuals, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), private wealth clients, and large commercial, corporate, institutional, and government entities.
WBC Company Deck
WBC Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Westpac demonstrated strong growth in deposits and business lending, and launched significant digital innovations. However, the company faced challenges with decreased net profit, increased expenses, and delays in the UNITE program. Customer and brand advocacy continue to require attention.View all AU:WBC earnings summariesWBC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$33.90
▼(-20.53% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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