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Westpac

Tracked across 16 events · 2414 articles · First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last active Aug 20, 2026

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Business
Australian shares slipped on Monday as a sharp decline in Westpac after its quarterly update weighed on the financial sector, offsetting gains in miners ahead of the Australia — Reserve Bank of Australia's policy decision.…
Impact: Westpac's quarterly update revealed weaker mortgage demand and a forecast of halved investor housing credit growth, causing its shares to drop over 5% and dragging the financial sector.
Aug 09, 2026 · 7 articles
4 -5
Domestic
Impact: Westpac experienced declines and gains, indicating mixed performance within the banking sector.
May 18, 2026 · 69 articles
4 0
International
Impact: Westpac analysts provided commentary on market reactions to geopolitical developments.
Apr 20, 2026 · 7 articles
3 0
Domestic
Impact: Westpac forecasts additional RBNZ rate hikes, with chief economist Kelly Eckhold commenting on uncertainty.
Jul 10, 2026 · 6 articles
4 -10
Regulatory
Impact: Westpac, part of the Big Four, will compete with Revolut for deposits and lending customers.
Jul 21, 2026 · 6 articles
3 -10
Regulatory
Impact: Client targeted by KPMG using confidential data to win audit work.
Jul 30, 2026 · 6 articles
8 -10
International
The US-Iran war, ongoing since late February, has severely disrupted global oil markets. The conflict has led to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for about 20% of global oil…
Impact: Westpac shares fell.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
8 0
International
Impact: Martin Whetton, head of financial markets strategy at Westpac, comments on the market's cautious reaction to the ceasefire, emphasizing the need for lasting peace.
Apr 07, 2026 · 13 articles
8 0
International
Impact: Westpac>>> analysts provided commentary on the market's reaction to the geopolitical developments, noting the stabilization of sentiment.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
7 0
Business
Impact: Westpac analysts provided commentary on market reactions to President Trump's statements regarding Iran, reflecting their role in market analysis.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
10 0
International
Impact: Westpac>>> analysts noted that financial markets shifted into a risk-off mode due to US-Iran conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: Westpac was previously fined for similar reporting failures under the old regime, serving as a precedent.
Jul 13, 2026 · 11 articles
7 0
International
Impact: Analysts noted market sentiment supported by peace talks.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
4 0
Business
Impact: Westpac is a client of Australia, and while not directly impacted by the resignations, the scandal could raise concerns about audit quality for its clients.
May 28, 2026 · 8 articles
8 -10
International
The 60-day deadline for a US-Iran peace deal expired on August 17, 2026, with the two sides further apart than ever. The interim Memorandum of Understanding signed in June collapsed over control of the Strait…
Impact: Bank stock declined in Australian market.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
6 0
International
May 06, 2026 · 17 articles
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