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Wesfarmers Limited (ASX:WES)

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Current share price for WES : $87.400 -1.86 (-2.08%)+
Announcement
Release
19 Feb 2026 8:06AM
Price at Release
$89.260
Full Release
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Summary
Wesfarmers Limited reported a statutory net profit after tax (NPAT) of $1,603 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, which marks a 9.3% increase from the prior period. This growth was driven by strong performances across its major divisions, including Bunnings, Kmart Group, and WesCEF, despite ongoing challenging market conditions and cost pressures. The company's revenue increased by 3.1% to $24,212 million, and earnings before interest and tax rose by 8.4% to $2,493 million. Wesfarmers focused on productivity initiatives, expansion of addressable markets, and leveraging digital capabilities for growth. Dividends were increased by 7.4% to $1.02 per share. Sustainability efforts included reducing emissions and improving safety metrics. The company remains optimistic about future growth, supported by its strong balance sheet and strategic investments.
Key Points
  • Wesfarmers reported a statutory net profit after tax of $1,603 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025.
  • Revenue increased by 3.1% to $24,212 million.
  • Earnings before interest and tax rose by 8.4% to $2,493 million.
  • Bunnings, Kmart Group, and WesCEF divisions showed strong performance.
  • Dividend increased by 7.4% to $1.02 per share.
  • Focus on productivity initiatives and digital capability expansion.
  • Sustainability efforts led to emissions reduction and improved safety.
  • Long-term growth supported by strong balance sheet and strategic investments.
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