Coles Group Ltd (COL) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Coles Group Ltd (COL) has net assets worth AU$3.81 Billion AUD (≈ $2.69 Billion USD) as of June 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (AU$20.29 Billion ≈ $14.36 Billion USD) and total liabilities (AU$16.49 Billion ≈ $11.67 Billion USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check Coles Group Ltd (COL) liquid assets ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | AU$3.81 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 18.75% |
| Annual Growth Rate | -0.35% |
| 5-Year Change | 35.3% |
| 10-Year Change | 5.78% |
| Growth Volatility | 13.53 |
Coles Group Ltd - Net Assets Trend (2004–2025)
This chart illustrates how Coles Group Ltd's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore Coles Group Ltd asset portfolio for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Coles Group Ltd (2004–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Coles Group Ltd from 2004 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see Coles Group Ltd (COL) total market value.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-30 | AU$3.81 Billion ≈ $2.69 Billion |
+5.23% |
| 2024-06-30 | AU$3.62 Billion ≈ $2.56 Billion |
+7.78% |
| 2023-06-30 | AU$3.36 Billion ≈ $2.37 Billion |
+7.43% |
| 2022-06-30 | AU$3.12 Billion ≈ $2.21 Billion |
+11.06% |
| 2021-06-30 | AU$2.81 Billion ≈ $1.99 Billion |
+7.57% |
| 2020-06-30 | AU$2.62 Billion ≈ $1.85 Billion |
-22.10% |
| 2019-06-30 | AU$3.36 Billion ≈ $2.38 Billion |
+14.38% |
| 2018-06-30 | AU$2.94 Billion ≈ $2.08 Billion |
-24.87% |
| 2007-06-30 | AU$3.91 Billion ≈ $2.76 Billion |
+8.58% |
| 2006-06-30 | AU$3.60 Billion ≈ $2.55 Billion |
+5.36% |
| 2005-06-30 | AU$3.42 Billion ≈ $2.42 Billion |
-16.66% |
| 2004-06-30 | AU$4.10 Billion ≈ $2.90 Billion |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Coles Group Ltd's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 46.7% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (June 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | AU$2.00 Billion | 52.44% |
| Common Stock | AU$1.70 Billion | 44.77% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | AU$106.00 Million | 2.79% |
| Total Equity | AU$3.81 Billion | 100.00% |
Coles Group Ltd Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Coles Group Ltd ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Banco Santander (Brasil) S.A.
SA:SANB11
|
$20.93 Billion |
|
Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium Co Ltd
SHE:002460
|
$20.94 Billion |
|
Grasim Industries Limited
NSE:GRASIM
|
$20.95 Billion |
|
First Solar Inc
NASDAQ:FSLR
|
$20.97 Billion |
|
Aspeed Technology
TWO:5274
|
$20.90 Billion |
|
Mirae Asset Daewoo Securities Co Ltd
KO:006800
|
$20.86 Billion |
|
CIMB Group Holdings Bhd
KLSE:1023
|
$20.84 Billion |
|
STERIS plc
NYSE:STE
|
$20.82 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Coles Group Ltd's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 3,617,000,000 to 3,806,000,000, a change of 189,000,000 (5.2%).
- Net income of 1,079,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 889,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 42,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 3,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | AU$1.08 Billion | +28.35% |
| Dividends Paid | AU$889.00 Million | -23.36% |
| Share Repurchases | AU$42.00 Million | -1.1% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | AU$3.00 Million | +0.08% |
| Other Changes | AU$38.00 Million | +1.0% |
| Total Change | AU$- | 5.23% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Coles Group Ltd's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 7.73x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 10.01x to 7.73x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-06-30 | AU$2.20 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2019-06-30 | AU$2.52 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2020-06-30 | AU$1.96 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2021-06-30 | AU$2.11 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2022-06-30 | AU$2.35 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2023-06-30 | AU$2.51 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2024-06-30 | AU$2.70 | AU$22.02 | x |
| 2025-06-30 | AU$2.85 | AU$22.02 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Coles Group Ltd utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 28.35%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 2.43%
- • Asset Turnover: 2.19x
- • Equity Multiplier: 5.33x
- Recent ROE (28.35%) is below the historical average (31.04%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 17.80% | 1.90% | 3.54x | 2.65x | AU$266.40 Million |
| 2005 | 18.68% | 1.93% | 3.59x | 2.70x | AU$296.39 Million |
| 2006 | 32.34% | 3.39% | 3.76x | 2.54x | AU$803.80 Million |
| 2007 | 19.14% | 2.16% | 3.57x | 2.49x | AU$357.12 Million |
| 2018 | 53.79% | 4.03% | 4.10x | 3.25x | AU$1.29 Billion |
| 2019 | 32.11% | 2.80% | 3.93x | 2.91x | AU$742.30 Million |
| 2020 | 37.40% | 2.59% | 1.82x | 7.94x | AU$716.50 Million |
| 2021 | 35.73% | 2.58% | 1.90x | 7.28x | AU$723.70 Million |
| 2022 | 33.55% | 2.73% | 1.81x | 6.78x | AU$735.60 Million |
| 2023 | 32.72% | 2.71% | 1.98x | 6.10x | AU$762.40 Million |
| 2024 | 30.91% | 2.56% | 2.20x | 5.49x | AU$756.30 Million |
| 2025 | 28.35% | 2.43% | 2.19x | 5.33x | AU$698.40 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Coles Group Ltd's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Grocery Stores industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Grocery Stores
- Average net assets among peers: $9,300,500,000
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 24.29%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coles Group Ltd (COL) | AU$3.81 Billion | 17.80% | 4.33x | $20.91 Billion |
| Woolworths Group Ltd (WOW) | $9.30 Billion | 24.29% | 1.39x | $29.29 Billion |
About Coles Group Ltd
Coles Group Limited operates as a retailer in Australia. It operates through Supermarkets and Liquor segments. The company operates various supermarkets, which offers fresh food, groceries, general merchandise, and liquor; and coles.com.au, which offers a choice of home delivery, including same-day, overnight drop and go services, and pick up from click and collect locations. Its Coles Financial … Read more