Westpac Banking Corporation (WBC) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Westpac Banking Corporation (WBC) has net assets worth AU$71.07 Billion AUD (≈ $50.29 Billion USD) as of March 2026. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (AU$1.17 Trillion ≈ $829.68 Billion USD) and total liabilities (AU$1.10 Trillion ≈ $779.39 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 Westpac Banking Corporation tangible book value ratio to evaluate the tangible quality of the company's equity base.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | AU$71.07 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 6.06% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 6.98% |
| 5-Year Change | 1.39% |
| 10-Year Change | 27.62% |
| Growth Volatility | 22.22 |
Westpac Banking Corporation - Net Assets Trend (1990–2025)
This chart illustrates how Westpac Banking Corporation's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See WBC cash and liquid assets coverage to measure how many days the company can operate on defensive assets alone.
Annual Net Assets for Westpac Banking Corporation (1990–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Westpac Banking Corporation from 1990 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see WBC market cap overview.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-30 | AU$73.09 Billion ≈ $51.72 Billion |
+1.44% |
| 2024-09-30 | AU$72.05 Billion ≈ $50.98 Billion |
-0.67% |
| 2023-09-30 | AU$72.54 Billion ≈ $51.33 Billion |
+2.88% |
| 2022-09-30 | AU$70.51 Billion ≈ $49.89 Billion |
-2.20% |
| 2021-09-30 | AU$72.09 Billion ≈ $51.01 Billion |
+5.90% |
| 2020-09-30 | AU$68.07 Billion ≈ $48.17 Billion |
+3.92% |
| 2019-09-30 | AU$65.51 Billion ≈ $46.35 Billion |
+1.45% |
| 2018-09-30 | AU$64.57 Billion ≈ $45.69 Billion |
-16.56% |
| 2017-12-31 | AU$77.39 Billion ≈ $54.76 Billion |
+35.13% |
| 2017-10-31 | AU$57.27 Billion ≈ $40.52 Billion |
-6.63% |
| 2017-09-30 | AU$61.34 Billion ≈ $43.40 Billion |
-19.34% |
| 2016-12-31 | AU$76.05 Billion ≈ $53.81 Billion |
+43.52% |
| 2016-10-31 | AU$52.99 Billion ≈ $37.49 Billion |
-8.93% |
| 2016-09-30 | AU$58.18 Billion ≈ $41.17 Billion |
-22.61% |
| 2015-12-31 | AU$75.18 Billion ≈ $53.20 Billion |
+58.28% |
| 2015-10-31 | AU$47.50 Billion ≈ $33.61 Billion |
-11.90% |
| 2015-09-30 | AU$53.91 Billion ≈ $38.15 Billion |
-23.96% |
| 2014-12-31 | AU$70.90 Billion ≈ $50.17 Billion |
+43.71% |
| 2014-09-30 | AU$49.34 Billion ≈ $34.91 Billion |
+3.79% |
| 2013-09-30 | AU$47.54 Billion ≈ $33.64 Billion |
-27.87% |
| 2012-09-30 | AU$65.91 Billion ≈ $46.63 Billion |
+50.45% |
| 2011-09-30 | AU$43.81 Billion ≈ $31.00 Billion |
+9.20% |
| 2010-09-30 | AU$40.12 Billion ≈ $28.39 Billion |
+9.70% |
| 2009-09-30 | AU$36.57 Billion ≈ $25.88 Billion |
+84.96% |
| 2008-09-30 | AU$19.77 Billion ≈ $13.99 Billion |
+10.89% |
| 2007-09-30 | AU$17.83 Billion ≈ $12.62 Billion |
+10.77% |
| 2006-09-30 | AU$16.10 Billion ≈ $11.39 Billion |
-6.61% |
| 2005-09-30 | AU$17.24 Billion ≈ $12.20 Billion |
+5.68% |
| 2004-09-30 | AU$16.31 Billion ≈ $11.54 Billion |
+16.52% |
| 2003-09-30 | AU$14.00 Billion ≈ $9.90 Billion |
+33.72% |
| 2002-09-30 | AU$10.47 Billion ≈ $7.41 Billion |
+7.86% |
| 2001-09-30 | AU$9.71 Billion ≈ $6.87 Billion |
+4.80% |
| 2000-09-30 | AU$9.26 Billion ≈ $6.55 Billion |
+2.91% |
| 1999-09-30 | AU$9.00 Billion ≈ $6.37 Billion |
+4.42% |
| 1998-09-30 | AU$8.62 Billion ≈ $6.10 Billion |
+5.13% |
| 1997-09-30 | AU$8.20 Billion ≈ $5.80 Billion |
+3.62% |
| 1996-09-30 | AU$7.91 Billion ≈ $5.60 Billion |
+4.39% |
| 1995-09-30 | AU$7.58 Billion ≈ $5.36 Billion |
+3.86% |
| 1994-09-30 | AU$7.30 Billion ≈ $5.16 Billion |
+2.06% |
| 1993-09-30 | AU$7.15 Billion ≈ $5.06 Billion |
+7.58% |
| 1992-09-30 | AU$6.65 Billion ≈ $4.70 Billion |
-8.33% |
| 1991-09-30 | AU$7.25 Billion ≈ $5.13 Billion |
+5.36% |
| 1990-09-30 | AU$6.88 Billion ≈ $4.87 Billion |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Westpac Banking Corporation'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 2309.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (September 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | AU$34.47 Billion | 47.37% |
| Common Stock | AU$37.26 Billion | 51.21% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | AU$1.88 Billion | 2.58% |
| Total Equity | AU$72.77 Billion | 100.00% |
Westpac Banking Corporation Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Westpac Banking Corporation ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
NYSE:PNC
|
$87.08 Billion |
|
Zurich Insurance Group AG
F:ZFI1
|
$87.53 Billion |
|
Trane Technologies plc
F:2IS
|
$87.59 Billion |
|
Williams Companies Inc
NYSE:WMB
|
$87.64 Billion |
|
Johnson Controls International PLC
NYSE:JCI
|
$86.50 Billion |
|
Waste Management Inc
NYSE:WM
|
$86.49 Billion |
|
National Grid PLC ADR
NYSE:NGG
|
$86.46 Billion |
|
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
TO:AEM
|
$86.35 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Westpac Banking Corporation's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 71,705,000,000 to 72,766,000,000, a change of 1,061,000,000 (1.5%).
- Net income of 6,910,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 5,215,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 786,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 148,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | AU$6.91 Billion | +9.5% |
| Dividends Paid | AU$5.21 Billion | -7.17% |
| Share Repurchases | AU$786.00 Million | -1.08% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | AU$148.00 Million | +0.2% |
| Other Changes | AU$4.00 Million | +0.01% |
| Total Change | AU$- | 1.48% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Westpac Banking Corporation'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: 1.82x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 5.61x to 1.82x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990-09-30 | AU$6.39 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1991-09-30 | AU$5.96 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1992-09-30 | AU$3.76 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1993-09-30 | AU$4.29 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1994-09-30 | AU$3.98 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1995-09-30 | AU$3.69 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1996-09-30 | AU$3.96 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1997-09-30 | AU$4.28 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1998-09-30 | AU$4.33 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 1999-09-30 | AU$4.67 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2000-09-30 | AU$4.69 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2001-09-30 | AU$5.19 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2002-09-30 | AU$5.59 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2003-09-30 | AU$7.29 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2004-09-30 | AU$7.40 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2005-09-30 | AU$8.47 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2006-09-30 | AU$7.41 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2007-09-30 | AU$8.26 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2008-09-30 | AU$9.01 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2009-09-30 | AU$11.95 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2010-09-30 | AU$12.16 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2011-09-30 | AU$13.05 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2012-09-30 | AU$13.56 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2013-09-30 | AU$14.41 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2014-09-30 | AU$14.90 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2015-09-30 | AU$16.08 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2016-09-30 | AU$16.51 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2017-09-30 | AU$17.05 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2018-09-30 | AU$17.72 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2019-09-30 | AU$17.55 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2020-09-30 | AU$18.94 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2021-09-30 | AU$17.49 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2022-09-30 | AU$18.12 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2023-09-30 | AU$18.63 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2024-09-30 | AU$18.41 | AU$35.85 | x |
| 2025-09-30 | AU$19.72 | AU$35.85 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Westpac Banking Corporation utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 9.50%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 12.55%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.05x
- • Equity Multiplier: 15.48x
- Recent ROE (9.50%) is below the historical average (12.19%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 9.99% | 13.24% | 0.05x | 15.62x | AU$-969.46K |
| 1991 | 6.59% | 10.48% | 0.04x | 14.68x | AU$-246.14 Million |
| 1992 | -23.40% | -34.00% | 0.04x | 16.62x | AU$-2.22 Billion |
| 1993 | 0.55% | 0.88% | 0.04x | 14.75x | AU$-672.83 Million |
| 1994 | 8.88% | 15.04% | 0.05x | 12.87x | AU$-81.79 Million |
| 1995 | 13.39% | 23.15% | 0.04x | 13.97x | AU$257.02 Million |
| 1996 | 14.36% | 23.87% | 0.04x | 15.41x | AU$344.39 Million |
| 1997 | 15.74% | 25.35% | 0.04x | 14.51x | AU$470.58 Million |
| 1998 | 14.77% | 22.61% | 0.04x | 15.96x | AU$411.24 Million |
| 1999 | 16.19% | 25.28% | 0.04x | 15.59x | AU$556.44 Million |
| 2000 | 18.53% | 27.42% | 0.04x | 18.11x | AU$789.28 Million |
| 2001 | 19.63% | 23.95% | 0.04x | 19.59x | AU$933.47 Million |
| 2002 | 20.97% | 30.17% | 0.04x | 18.28x | AU$1.15 Billion |
| 2003 | 15.63% | 29.79% | 0.03x | 15.85x | AU$787.06 Million |
| 2004 | 17.05% | 31.70% | 0.03x | 16.46x | AU$1.05 Billion |
| 2005 | 16.46% | 30.59% | 0.03x | 15.87x | AU$1.06 Billion |
| 2006 | 21.65% | 33.73% | 0.03x | 21.12x | AU$1.65 Billion |
| 2007 | 21.67% | 33.98% | 0.03x | 23.55x | AU$1.86 Billion |
| 2008 | 21.60% | 35.10% | 0.02x | 24.63x | AU$2.07 Billion |
| 2009 | 9.93% | 20.48% | 0.03x | 17.02x | AU$-22.70 Million |
| 2010 | 16.60% | 37.49% | 0.03x | 16.19x | AU$2.52 Billion |
| 2011 | 16.70% | 41.29% | 0.03x | 16.02x | AU$2.80 Billion |
| 2012 | 13.63% | 35.33% | 0.02x | 15.52x | AU$1.58 Billion |
| 2013 | 14.44% | 37.97% | 0.03x | 15.02x | AU$2.07 Billion |
| 2014 | 15.58% | 39.15% | 0.03x | 15.91x | AU$2.71 Billion |
| 2014 | 4.89% | 10.12% | 0.04x | 11.30x | AU$-3.62 Billion |
| 2015 | 15.08% | 38.33% | 0.03x | 15.30x | AU$2.70 Billion |
| 2015 | 16.13% | 23.17% | 0.04x | 17.29x | AU$2.91 Billion |
| 2015 | 8.15% | 17.43% | 0.04x | 10.47x | AU$-1.39 Billion |
| 2016 | 12.80% | 37.46% | 0.02x | 14.44x | AU$1.63 Billion |
| 2016 | 14.73% | 22.39% | 0.04x | 16.62x | AU$2.50 Billion |
| 2016 | 7.86% | 17.26% | 0.04x | 10.72x | AU$-1.63 Billion |
| 2017 | 13.03% | 38.39% | 0.02x | 13.90x | AU$1.86 Billion |
| 2017 | 15.53% | 22.74% | 0.04x | 16.43x | AU$3.17 Billion |
| 2017 | 7.90% | 16.10% | 0.04x | 11.01x | AU$-1.63 Billion |
| 2018 | 12.54% | 37.99% | 0.02x | 13.63x | AU$1.64 Billion |
| 2019 | 10.36% | 34.14% | 0.02x | 13.85x | AU$232.60 Million |
| 2020 | 3.37% | 13.47% | 0.02x | 13.41x | AU$-4.51 Billion |
| 2021 | 7.58% | 25.02% | 0.02x | 12.99x | AU$-1.75 Billion |
| 2022 | 8.08% | 29.55% | 0.02x | 14.40x | AU$-1.35 Billion |
| 2023 | 9.92% | 16.44% | 0.04x | 14.20x | AU$-54.50 Million |
| 2024 | 9.74% | 12.85% | 0.05x | 15.03x | AU$-187.50 Million |
| 2025 | 9.50% | 12.55% | 0.05x | 15.48x | AU$-366.60 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Westpac Banking Corporation's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Banks - Diversified industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Banks - Diversified
- Average net assets among peers: $42,699,250,000
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 18.16%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westpac Banking Corporation (WBC) | AU$71.07 Billion | 9.99% | 15.50x | $86.62 Billion |
| ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (ANZ) | $70.63 Billion | 9.25% | 16.40x | $73.84 Billion |
| Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) | $18.59 Billion | 40.97% | 39.55x | $194.93 Billion |
| National Australia Bank Ltd (NAB) | $9.04 Billion | 12.49% | 9.61x | $80.51 Billion |
| Westpac Banking Corporation (WBCPI) | $72.54 Billion | 9.92% | 13.20x | $243.39 Billion |
About Westpac Banking Corporation
Westpac Banking Corporation provides banking and other financial services in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, Asia, the Americas, and Europe. It operates through the Consumer, Business & Wealth, Institutional, and New Zealand segments. The company offers bank accounts, home and personal loans, credit cards, international and travel banking services, insurance, superannuation, investme… Read more