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$32.26 - AU$43.32
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.03M
Average Volume (3M)4.71M
Market Cap
AU$121.57B
Enterprise ValueAU$295.15B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$53.49B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$225.71B
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.4
Beta1.18
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$34.34Price Target Upside-19.48% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)2.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$22.95B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Steady Returns On Equity (~9–10%)A sustained ~9–10% ROE indicates the bank consistently earns a return above core funding costs and demonstrates underlying profitability from its lending and fee businesses. That durability supports capital generation, dividend capacity and reinvestment over the medium term.
Large Asset Base And Stable EquityA ~ $1.13T asset base and stable equity provide scale benefits, diversified lending and deposit franchises across Australia/NZ, and substantial funding capacity. Scale supports fee businesses, risk pooling and operational leverage that are enduring competitive strengths.
Re-established Strong Cash Generation In 2025The large 2025 operating and free cash flow implies the franchise can convert earnings to cash at scale, enabling sustained dividend payments, provisioning and capital investment. While prior volatility exists, restored cash conversion increases financial flexibility over the medium term.
Bears Say
Rising Financial LeverageThe upward shift in debt-to-equity increases balance-sheet sensitivity to funding cost moves and credit shocks. Higher leverage reduces headroom for stress, can heighten regulatory and market scrutiny, and constrains capital allocation if credit conditions deteriorate.
Multi-year Cash-flow VolatilityLarge swings from negative to strongly positive cash flow across several years undermine predictability for dividends, buybacks and provisioning. This volatility complicates capital planning and increases the risk that earnings shocks translate into funding or capital stress in adverse cycles.
Inconsistent Revenue TrendsIrregular revenue movements and a large comparable-year jump suggest reliance on volatile items or one-offs, reducing visibility into sustainable top-line growth. Weak revenue predictability makes margin planning and long-term cost allocation more uncertain.
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$32.26 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$121.57B.
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 152 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$34.34 (-19.48% Downside)
AU$34.34 (-19.48% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:WBC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
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 provides various banking and financial services in Australia, New Zealand, and internationally. It offers savings, term deposit, business transaction, not-for-profit transaction, foreign currency, farm management deposit, project and retention trust, and statutory trust accounts; home, personal, business, and commercial loans; car and equipment finance; business overdrafts and bank guarantees; debit and credit cards; international and travel services; share trading services; investment products; and home, car, travel, life, caravan and trailer, credit card and loan repayment, boat, and business insurance products. The company also provides corporate and institutional, transaction banking, financial market, corporate and structured finance, trade and supply chain financing, and industry specific banking and treasury services, as well as online banking services. It serves individuals; micro, small, and medium enterprises; commercial business and private wealth clients; and commercial, corporate, institutional, and government customers. The company was formerly known as Bank of New South Wales and changed its name to Westpac Banking Corporation in October 1982. The company was founded in 1817 and is based in Sydney, Australia.
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$34.34
▼(-19.48% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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