Update shared on19 Sep 2025
Fair value Increased 2.56%The slight increase in Westpac Banking’s consensus price target to A$31.49 is primarily supported by a higher future P/E multiple, reflecting improved market expectations for earnings growth.
What's in the News
- HSBC is preparing to sell its Australian retail banking arm, valued in the billions, with $40 billion in loans and $30 billion in deposits.
- Westpac, along with NAB and ANZ, is expected to review the acquisition opportunity, with Westpac seen as a likely bidder.
- AMP may also consider making an offer for HSBC's Australian banking business.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for Westpac Banking
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target has risen slightly from A$30.71 to A$31.49.
- The Future P/E for Westpac Banking has risen slightly from 18.89x to 19.40x.
- The Discount Rate for Westpac Banking remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from 7.73% to 7.83%.
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