CBA shares slip to $172.72 after FY26 results as mortgage applications fall 15% since May
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Commonwealth Bank's FY26 results showed broad-based outperformance across major lending and deposit categories and a higher fully franked dividend, signalling resilient franchise strength and capital capacity. However, a 15% decline in home-loan applications since May alongside higher arrears and impairment expense highlights emerging housing and consumer credit sensitivity. The mix supports bank-sector sentiment but adds near-term caution around mortgage-driven earnings momentum.
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia released its FY26 results, posting sector-leading growth across home lending, business lending, consumer finance, household deposits and business deposits for the first time in 15 years. The bank declared a fully franked final dividend of $2.70 per share, taking FY26 dividends to $5.05 per share, up 4% year on year, with a 77% payout ratio. It also said home loan application volumes have fallen 15% since May, while the shares edged down on the day.
