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Wesfarmers Limited (
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WES is one of the major Australian corporate success stories and one of our Best Business selections. From a collection of basically unrelated operations WES has created an efficient cash generating machine that funds expansion of the asset base without recourse to shareholders while maintaining a high payout ratio. A premium multiple results from the combination of strong cash flow generation, solid NPAT growth and a focus on the creation of shareholder wealth over the long term. The balance sheet is actively managed to maintain capital efficiency. The EPS and DPS track record is solid. The acquisition of Coles Group has the potential to underwrite solid earnings growth over the next decade although there is hard work ahead to maximise returns to shareholders. WES is an ideal stock for patient long term growth and income investors.
Recent Analysis
Impact of Varanus Island Gas Disruption
Previous close
52 week high
52 week low
$32.90
$43.10
$31.72
Sector
Food & Staples Retailing
Market cap
$21,292 Million
Total shareholder return (avg annual rate)
1yr
3yr
5yr
10yr
-9.2%
-0.1%
12.8%
18.2%
Earnings and dividends forecast (cents per share)
2008
2009
2010
EPS (c)
203.1
193.2
271.7
PE Ratio (x)
16.2
17.0
12.1
DPS (c)
219.6
195.2
215.0
Div Yield (%)
6.7
5.9
6.5
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