The earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, particularly in the Bunnings and Kmart Group, and successful portfolio management. However, challenges in the Industrial and Safety division and losses in the lithium business were notable concerns. The strategic moves to improve efficiency and growth in digital and health sectors are positive indicators for future performance.

Company Guidance

In the Wesfarmers 2025 Half Year Results Briefing, several key metrics were highlighted to showcase the group's performance and future outlook. The company reported a net profit after tax of $1.5 billion, reflecting a 2.9% increase, and declared a fully franked dividend of $0.95 per share, which is a 4.1% rise from the previous period. Bunnings and Kmart Group demonstrated strong performance, with sales and earnings growth driven by their value credentials and proactive productivity initiatives. Bunnings achieved a sales growth of 3.1%, while Kmart Group's earnings increased by 7.2%. The Chemicals business within WesCEF saw favorable outcomes, and the Covalent JV made significant progress at the Kwinana lithium hydroxide refinery, with construction 95% complete. The Health division continued its transformation, although wholesale segments faced higher supply chain costs. The group maintained a strong balance sheet with net financial debt decreasing by $400 million and a cost of funds at 3.92%. The outlook remains positive with continued investment in growth opportunities, including the retail media network and digital capabilities, and cautious optimism for the lithium project amidst a challenging economic environment.

Strong Financial Performance

Wesfarmers reported a net profit after tax of $1.5 billion, an increase of 2.9%, with a fully franked dividend of $0.95 per share, up 4.1% from the prior period.

Bunnings and Kmart Group Growth

Bunnings and Kmart Group both contributed significantly to earnings growth, with Bunnings' sales increasing by 3.1% and Kmart Group's earnings rising by 7.2%.

Portfolio Management Success

The sale of Coregas for $770 million and the wind down of Catch were highlighted as strategic moves to enhance shareholder returns.

Environmental and Community Contributions

Wesfarmers achieved a 2.5% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and contributed $55 million to community organizations.

Progress in Health and Digital Initiatives

Encouraging progress in the Health division's Consumer segment and ongoing investments in the OneDigital platform were noted as key growth areas.

Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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AU:WES Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Feb 18, 2026	2026 (Q2)	1.36 / -	1.294	―	―	―
Aug 27, 2025	2025 (Q4)	1.02 / 1.01	0.999	1.40% (+0.01)
Feb 19, 2025	2025 (Q2)	1.29 / 1.29	1.258	2.86% (+0.04)
Aug 28, 2024	2024 (Q4)	0.98 / 1.00	0.957	4.39% (+0.04)
Feb 14, 2024	2024 (Q2)	1.20 / 1.26	1.222	2.95% (+0.04)
Aug 24, 2023	2023 (Q4)	0.96 / 0.96	1.004	-4.68% (-0.05)
Feb 14, 2023	2023 (Q2)	1.21 / 1.22	1.073	13.89% (+0.15)
Aug 25, 2022	2022 (Q4)	0.93 / 1.00	0.89	12.81% (+0.11)	―	―
Feb 16, 2022	2022 (Q2)	1.07 / 1.07	1.228	-12.62% (-0.16)	―	―
Aug 27, 2021	2021 (Q4)	1.37 / 0.89	0.846	5.20% (+0.04)	―	―

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AU:WES Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Aug 27, 2025	AU$91.68	―	―
Feb 19, 2025	AU$75.65	AU$76.66	+1.33%
Aug 28, 2024	AU$75.12	AU$72.06	-4.07%
Feb 14, 2024	AU$56.54	AU$59.38	+5.04%

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FAQ

When does Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) report earnings?

Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 18, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).

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Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) earnings time is at Feb 18, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).

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AU:WES EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 1.36.

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