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David Ellis
EUR 101.80 For Business Accounts Only

Westpac’s Balance Sheet a FY17 Result Highlight, but Revenue Growth a Challenge. AUD 35 FVE Intact

No change to our positive view on wide moat-rated Westpac Banking Corporation despite the slowdown in revenue growth in the face of slower economic conditions. We like the low loan loss rate of just 0.13% of total loans, the strong balance sheet and impressive operational efficiency based on the 42.2% cost/income ratio. The capital position strengthened with the 10.6% common equity Tier 1 capital ratio up strongly from 9.5% a year ago. The four metrics are peer-leading or equal peer-leading and ...
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Westpac Banking Corp. ADS

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Morningstar
Morningstar

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David Ellis

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