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Commonwealth Bank of Australia

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About

Commonwealth Bank of Australia provides a range of banking, financial, insurance, and investment services to retail, business, and institutional clients in Australia and internationally.

Business. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA.AX) is a bank headquartered in Australia that operates within the Banking & Investment Services industry. The company generates revenue primarily through interest income, consistent with standard banking operations. It is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Specific details regarding operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not provided.

Classification92 %
SectorFinancials
Business sectorBanking & Investment Services
IndustryBanks
Generated · model-assisted
Sell-side consensus
SELL14 analysts
0 buy1 hold13 sell
Avg 12m price target127,19

Analyst recommendations

14 analysts · consensus Sell
Buy0
Hold1
Sell13
12-month price target
127,19
Consensus of sell-side coverage.
Upcoming events
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At a glance

Score
not yet scored
Valuation
27,2x
P/E
Analysts
Sell
14 analysts · indicative
Ownership
PNC Investments LLC
largest disclosed fund holder
Profitability
not yet wired
Quality
not yet scored

What drives this business

The watch-list the newsroom runs for this company — derived from its sector path, sharpened layer by layer. Not investment advice.

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News & coverage

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  • MARKETSOil prices ease as Hormuz traffic recovery tempers war premium2026-07-31
  • MARKETSLiberia central bank cuts policy rate to 16% to spur growth2026-07-21
  • MARKETSCBA and Telstra launch joint research into AI's impact on Australian jobs2026-07-16
  • MARKETSCBA-backed Lendi Group cuts 36 jobs as Australian mortgage market cools2026-07-16
  • MARKETSFDC Consolidated surges on ASX debut as investors chase 6.5% yield2026-07-09
  • MARKETSCBA retail chief's holiday timing sparks internal anxiety amid restructuring2026-07-07
  • Sector rotation

    Sector1D1Mvs mkt
    Materials+2,3 %+6,6 %+1,7 %
    Communication Services+2,2 %−5,5 %+1,6 %
    Energy+0,6 %+3,3 %+0,0 %
    Health Care+0,6 %−0,8 %+0,0 %
    Information Technology+0,6 %+6,7 %+0,0 %
    Consumer Discretionary+0,4 %+7,6 %−0,2 %
    Financials · THIS SECTOR−0,3 %−2,8 %−0,9 %
    Consumer Staples−0,4 %+2,5 %−1,0 %
    Real Estate−0,7 %+10,9 %−1,3 %
    Industrials−1,9 %−3,1 %−2,5 %
    Utilities−1,9 %+28,2 %−2,5 %

    Developing storylines

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    Analysis

    AI analysis
    Generated · analysis pipeline · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 ↑ At a glance

    Opportunity

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    Upcoming catalysts

    Scheduled public events. Informational only — not investment advice.

    • Peers
    • DividendDividend USD 1.75/sh2026-09-25 · Bank of America (BAC)
    • EarningsQ3 2026 earnings (expected)2026-10-13 · estimated · JPMorgan Chase (JPM)
    • EarningsQ3 2026 earnings (expected)2026-10-13 · estimated · Citigroup (C)
    • Macro
    • Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
    • Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
    • Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
    • Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
    • Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
    • Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
    • Macro & political
    • ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
    • ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
    • ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR

    Pre-earnings brief

    Briefing · model-assisted

    This is the first analysis for Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA.AX), meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas in the company's profile. Consequently, no specific shifts in operational metrics, financial performance, or strategic direction can be asserted based on the available data. The company currently maintains a presence within one index and is tracked by seven analysts. Ownership structure data indicates the presence of one top holder, though specific identity details are not provided in the current dataset. Market activity surrounding the ticker has been sparse over the recent 30-day period. Dispatch counts were zero for the majority of days between late June and mid-July 2026, with isolated instances of single or double dispatches recorded on June 29, June 30, July 7, July 9, and July 16. Sentiment data for these dispatches is not available. Broader context is provided by the "australian-markets-and-ai" saga, which carries an intensity score of 2.1844. However, this thematic narrative has generated zero posts directly related to CBA.AX, suggesting limited immediate intersection between the bank and this specific market theme in the current reporting window.

    Signals & dispatch

    peak dispatch · 2026-07-16

    Composite-score breakdown

    Synthesis

    Business

    Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA.AX) is a bank headquartered in Australia that operates within the Banking & Investment Services industry. The company generates revenue primarily through interest income, consistent with standard banking operations. It is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Specific details regarding operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not provided.

    Classification92 %
    SectorFinancials
    Business sectorBanking & Investment Services
    IndustryBanks
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    Commonwealth Bank of Australia has a market capitalization of AUD 275.58 billion, with a market price of AUD 164.81 per share. The company has 1.67 billion shares outstanding, with no dilution observed between basic and diluted shares. The liquidity risk could not be assessed due to missing balance-sheet inputs and no going-concern language in source documents.

    The bank's profitability and returns are not yet benchmarked against industry-specific metrics, as the industry configuration for Banks has not been provided. However, the valuation snapshot indicates a strong market position, with a high market cap and a stable share count. Analysts have assigned a mean price target of AUD 127.19 and a median price target of AUD 129.50, suggesting a bearish outlook relative to the current market price.

    The company's revenue is primarily concentrated in Australia, with no disclosed breakdown of geographic exposure or segment performance. This lack of transparency limits the ability to assess geographic or product diversification.

    The growth trajectory for Commonwealth Bank of Australia is not clearly defined in the available data. No revenue history or outlook for the current or next fiscal year is provided, making it difficult to assess the company's growth potential.

    The risk assessment indicates a low dilution risk, with no near-term pressure from share issuance or capital raising. However, the liquidity risk remains unassessed due to missing balance-sheet data. No recent events, such as filings or transcripts, are available to provide additional context on the company's risk profile.

    No recent events, such as earnings calls, regulatory filings, or press releases, are available in the provided data to inform the company's current strategic direction or operational performance.

    This is the first analysis for Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA.AX), meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas in the company's profile. Consequently, no specific shifts in operational metrics, financial performance, or strategic direction can be asserted based on the available data. The company currently maintains a presence within one index and is tracked by seven analysts. Ownership structure data indicates the presence of one top holder, though specific identity details are not provided in the current dataset. Market activity surrounding the ticker has been sparse over the recent 30-day period. Dispatch counts were zero for the majority of days between late June and mid-July 2026, with isolated instances of single or double dispatches recorded on June 29, June 30, July 7, July 9, and July 16. Sentiment data for these dispatches is not available. Broader context is provided by the "australian-markets-and-ai" saga, which carries an intensity score of 2.1844. However, this thematic narrative has generated zero posts directly related to CBA.AX, suggesting limited immediate intersection between the bank and this specific market theme in the current reporting window.

    Key takeaways
    • Commonwealth Bank of Australia has a market capitalization of AUD 275.58 billion, with a stable share count of 1.67 billion shares outstanding.
    • Analysts have assigned a mean price target of AUD 127.19 and a median price target of AUD 129.50, indicating a bearish outlook relative to the current market price.
    • The company's liquidity risk could not be assessed due to missing balance-sheet data and no going-concern language in source documents.
    • No revenue history or outlook is provided, limiting the ability to assess the company's growth trajectory.
    • The risk assessment indicates a low dilution risk, with no near-term pressure from share issuance or capital raising.

    Bull / Bear case

    Generated · model-assisted
    BULL CASE · 5

    Revenue grew 5.3% year-over-year to AUD 24.0 billion in FY2025, demonstrating strong top-line expansion.

    Net income increased 7.7% year-over-year to AUD 10.1 billion in FY2025, indicating improved profitability.

    Total assets expanded 8.0% year-over-year to AUD 1.35 trillion, reflecting significant balance sheet growth.

    Equity grew 7.8% year-over-year to AUD 78.8 billion, supporting capital adequacy and financial stability.

    Revenue demonstrated a robust 6.3% compound annual growth rate over the last four fiscal years.

    BEAR CASE · 3

    Long-term debt surged to AUD 261.7 billion in FY2025, significantly increasing leverage and interest obligations.

    Net income recorded a negative 0.2% compound annual growth rate over the last four fiscal years.

    The lowest analyst price target is AUD 90.00, suggesting severe downside risk in bearish scenarios.

    In focus — financials by report

    Annual
    ANNUALFiled 2025-08-13
    FY 2025 · Full-year highlights

    Revenue A$24.02B, +5,2% YoY; Net income +7,7% YoY.

    RevenueA$24.02B+5,2 % YoY
    Operating income
    Net incomeA$10.12B+7,7 % YoY
    Free cash flowA$1.94B−4,6 % YoY
    EPS
    Operating cash flow-A$825.0M+96,8 % YoY
    Financials
    Income statement
    RevenueA$24.02B
    Gross profit
    Operating income
    Net incomeA$10.12B
    Margins
    Gross margin
    Operating margin
    Net margin42.1%
    FCF margin8.1%
    Balance sheet
    Total assetsA$1.35T
    Total liabilitiesA$1.28T
    Total equityA$78.78B
    Cash & equivalents
    Long-term debtA$261.71B
    Cash flow
    Operating cash flow-A$825.0M
    CapEx-A$1.64B
    Free cash flowA$1.94B
    SBC
    Highlights
    • Revenue A$24.02B, +5,2% YoY
    • Net income +7,7% YoY
    • Free cash flow −4,6% YoY
    • Net margin 42.1%

    Valuation FY

    Market price
    A$159,51
    Market cap
    A$275.58B
    Enterprise value
    P/E
    27.2x
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    EV / Op income
    EV / OCF
    P / B
    P / Tangible book
    Tangible book
    Net cash
    Current ratio
    Debt / equity
    ROA
    ROE
    Cash conversion
    CapEx / revenue
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

    Revenue by segment

    Market share

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    Business relationships

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    Supply chain

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    Peer comparison

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    Market position

    Stress test

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    Predictor forecast

    Next quarternear-term
    Earnings · next quarterconf 45 %
    EPS
    Consensus EPS
    6,52
    Predicted surprise
    -0,00
    Beat probability
    45 %
    Analysts
    14
    Other metrics
    Revenue
    no estimate
    Segment revenue
    no estimate
    Margin
    no estimate
    Segment margin
    no estimate
    as of 2026-05-01 · Earnings Surprise V1
    Period note: consensus is not fiscal-period-aligned at source — read as consensus vs the last reported actual, not a calibrated same-quarter surprise.
    Full fiscal year~1 year ahead
    Full fiscal year · our forecast vs guidance vs consensus
    MetricOur forecastGuidanceConsensus
    EPSno estimateno estimate6,52
    Revenueno estimateno estimate29,9B AUD
    Operating incomeno estimateno estimate16,2B AUD
    Full-year consensus mean (period as reported by source) · consensus in AUD. Company-level full-year forecast and management guidance are not yet modelled at scale — shown as "no estimate", never inferred.
    Probabilistic model output — not investment advice. · generated 2026-08-04

    Options

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    Short squeeze

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    Earnings-call key lines

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    Consensus distribution

    sell-side coverage
    Recommendation distribution14 analysts
    Strong buy0
    Buy0
    Hold1
    Sell9
    Strong sell4
    12-month price targetA$127,19 · Median A$129,50
    Low A$90,00High A$142,00
    Operating income · consensus16,2B AUD
    EPS surprise
    −6,0 %
    reported vs consensus · miss
    Revenue surprise
    −4,7 %
    reported vs consensus · miss

    Estimate revisions

    consensus EPS · 26-week trend
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    Sell-side observations

    LowA$90,00
    MeanA$127,19
    MedianA$129,50
    HighA$142,00
    SpotA$159,51
    −20.3 %implied to mean12-month sell-side price targets · ▲ spot

    Themes

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    ESG

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    Risk factors

    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskUnknown

    Benchmarks vs cohort

    No cohort benchmark data available for this issuer yet.

    Corporate actions / M&A

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    FX exposure

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    Comparable transactions

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    Derivatives & instruments

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    Physical assets

    1 tracked
    AssetTypeCommodityCountryRole
    Maui PipelineGas pipelineGasNew ZealandParent
    Tracked physical assets associated with this issuer (operated, managed, or owned).

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    Data sources
    • Market data
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    • Issuer disclosures
    • Public news
    • Earnings transcripts
    • Consensus estimates
    • ESG data
    How metrics are computed
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Market Price
      input from market-data provider (delayed close or quote-shim mid)
    • Market Cap
      market_price * shares_outstanding_diluted
    Source documents
    • Commonwealth Bank of Australia Market data — financials · 2026-05-27
    • Commonwealth Bank of Australia Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-27

    Ownership & reference

    Top holders

    • PNC Investments LLCInvestment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M

    Insider activity

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    Short positioning

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    Index membership
    S&P/ASX 200

    Geographic breakdown

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    Listings · one canonical issuer all listings resolve to the canonical
    CBA.AXCanonical
    ASX · AUD

    Intel & risk

    PredictorBeat prob45 %Surprise-0,00Full forecast →
    peak dispatch · 2026-07-16
    OSINT findings
    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskUnknown
    Relationship graph
    CBAJPMBACCBanks
    This companyPeerSector

    Evidence & claims

    From filings & derived data
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    The Thread

    Everything we know, in order
    2026-06-30 08:38 UTCNEWSASX 200 performance driven by top 10 stocks, highlighting extreme concentration risk → The search for new market leaders has stalled as long/short positions on CBA and BHP dominate the Australian index, leaving the broader market adrift.
    2026-06-30 03:38 UTCEARNINGSUpcomingForecast: earnings_forecast (90d)
    2026-06-29 19:03 UTCNEWSEY fires two graduates over access to Albanese's CBA account details → The incident exposes data-governance risks for Big Four firms seconded to Australian banks, following a separate KPMG controversy.
    2026-06-26 03:19 UTCNEWSCommonwealth Bank cuts mortgage rates as Australian loan demand drops 11% → Australia's largest lender sharpens pricing to defend market share amid a broader slowdown in home loan applications.
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2026-06-20 00:43 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
    2025-08-13 03:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2025 Revenue AUD 24.02B · Net AUD 10.12B
    2024-08-14 03:01 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2024 Revenue AUD 22.82B · Net AUD 9.39B
    2023-08-09 03:01 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2023 Revenue AUD 23.06B · Net AUD 10.00B
    2022-08-10 03:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2022 Revenue AUD 19.47B · Net AUD 10.69B
    2021-08-11 03:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2021 Revenue AUD 18.84B · Net AUD 10.18B
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