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Wesfarmers Ltd (WES) Earnings: 1H Net Income Meets Estimates with Strong Bunnings Revenue Performance

By February 20, 2025 No Comments
  • Wesfarmers reported a net income of A$1.47 billion, closely matching the estimate of A$1.48 billion.
  • The interim dividend per share was A$0.95, aligning with market expectations.
  • Bunnings exceeded revenue forecasts with A$10.28 billion, surpassing the estimate of A$9.86 billion.
  • Kmart group’s revenue came in slightly below expectations at A$6.11 billion, versus the estimate of A$6.16 billion.
  • Officeworks reported revenue of A$1.76 billion, slightly above the expected A$1.73 billion.
  • The Chemicals, Energy & Fertilizers division generated A$1.21 billion in revenue, narrowly missing the A$1.22 billion estimate.
  • The Industrial & Safety division’s revenue was A$990 million, falling short of the A$1.01 billion estimate.
  • Health segment revenue was A$3.02 billion, just under the estimated A$3.03 billion.
  • Market analyst ratings included 2 buys, 5 holds, and 9 sells.

A look at Wesfarmers Ltd Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value2
Dividend3
Growth3
Resilience2
Momentum4
OVERALL SMART SCORE2.8

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Wesfarmers Ltd., a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning retail, mining, insurance, manufacturing, and distribution, showcases a promising long-term outlook as per the Smartkarma Smart Scores. With a strong momentum score of 4, indicating positive price trends and market sentiment, the company is positioned well for potential growth. Additionally, Wesfarmers scores well on dividend and growth factors, garnering scores of 3 on both aspects, reflecting a solid financial foundation and growth prospects.

While the company’s value and resilience scores are slightly lower at 2, Wesfarmers maintains a balanced approach across its various business segments. This mix of factors suggests a favorable overall outlook for Wesfarmers Ltd., portraying a company with potential for continued growth and stability in the long term.


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