Westpac Banking Corp (WBK) Exchange: NYSE

Westpac Banking Corporation (WBK) is one of the oldest financial institutions in the world, and Australia’s first bank. It provides consumer, business and institutional banking, financial and investment services in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. Founded in 1817, WBK has grown from a small, local bank to a global, financial services provider with a strong presence in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. The Group serves millions of customers and offers a broad range of financial products and services including consumer banking, investment banking, asset management, insurance and wealth management. WBK has delivered consistent and dependable performance throughout its history and has proven to be a resilient organisation built on strong foundations. In the last six years, WBK has achieved a compound annual growth rate of 6.2% in net profit, with the return on equity improving each year. WBK has been ranked number one in the world’s strongest banks 2020 by Global Finance, a leading international financial magazine, reflecting the Group’s consistent financial performance and organic growth strategies. WBK is widely recognized for its commitment to innovation, customer service and sustainability. The Group’s focus on technology and digital transformation has enabled it to offer customers innovative financial products, market-leading tools and services, and easy-to-use digital platforms. The Group was also named a Global Top 10 Brand by Brand Finance, a leading international brand valuation company. With more than 35,000 employees and over 750 branches and business centers across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, WBK remains one of the leading financial institutions in Australia. It is well-positioned to continue delivering dependable financial performance and innovative banking solutions.