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Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES)
ASX:WES
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 28, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.02Last Year’s EPS
1Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Sell
Based on 9 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 19, 2025
|% Change Since: 8.80%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 28, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call presents a largely positive outlook, with strong financial and operational performance across key segments like Bunnings and Kmart Group, alongside successful strategic actions. However, challenges in the industrial segment, supply chain issues, and concerns in the lithium market present notable headwinds.Company Guidance
During the Wesfarmers 2025 Half Year Results Briefing, the company reported a net profit after tax of $1.5 billion, representing a 2.9% increase, and announced a fully franked dividend of $0.95 per share, up 4.1% from the previous period. Bunnings and Kmart Group were notable performers, with Bunnings achieving a 3.1% sales growth and Kmart Group reporting a 7.2% increase in earnings. WesCEF delivered a solid performance, benefiting from improved ammonium nitrate contracts, while the Covalent Lithium JV progressed with construction 95% complete. Health continued its transformation, facing supply chain cost pressures but showing promising growth in its Consumer segment. The group also undertook significant portfolio actions, including the sale of Coregas for $770 million and the wind down of Catch, aiming to strengthen future earnings. Wesfarmers emphasized a strong focus on productivity and efficiency to navigate current market challenges while maintaining a robust balance sheet and capital expenditure guidance at $1.1 to $1.3 billion for the full year.Strong Financial Performance
Wesfarmers delivered growth in sales, earnings, and dividends despite a challenging trading environment. Net profit after tax increased by 2.9% to $1.5 billion, and the dividend grew by 4.1%.
Successful Portfolio Actions
Sale of Coregas for $770 million and the wind down of Catch to improve earnings in FY '26. The divestment of WesCEF's LPG and LNG and strategic acquisitions expanded Officeworks' digital education offer and supported Health's digital strategy.
Bunnings and Kmart Group Performance
Bunnings grew sales and earnings despite tough market conditions, and Kmart Group's earnings increased by 7.2%, driven by strong value credentials and efficiency improvements.
Environmental and Community Contributions
A 2.5% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and $55 million in community contributions, supporting over 8,000 organizations.
Resilience and Future Growth Positioning
The group demonstrated resilience and is well-positioned for future growth with investments in lithium hydroxide, health sector, and new retail media strategies.
AU:WES Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
AU:WES Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
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% |
Aug 24, 2023 | AU$46.49 | AU$47.98 | +3.20% |
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FAQ
When does Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) report earnings?
Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 28, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) earnings time?
Wesfarmers Limited (AU:WES) earnings time is at Aug 28, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is the P/E ratio of Wesfarmers Limited stock?
The P/E ratio of Wesfarmers Limited is N/A.
What is AU:WES EPS forecast?
AU:WES EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 1.02.