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Absa Group
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Market Data

Market Cap
ZAR198.50B
EV
-
Shares Outstanding
829.30M
Beta
0.37
Industry
Banks - Regional

Wall Street View

Analyst Rating
BUY
Analyst Target Price
Number of Analysts
9
P/E 2025E
8.03x
P/B 2025E
1.18x

Historical 3Y Growth Rate

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EBIT
EPS
BVPS

Forecasted 3Y Growth Rate

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EBIT
EPS
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Margins & Returns

Ebit Margin 2025E
44.35%
Net Profit Margin 2025E
20.90%
ROE 2025E
14.96%
ROA 2025E
1.17%

Dividends

DPS 2025E
ZAR16.46
Payout Ratio 2025E
55.20%
Div. Yield 2025E
6.91%
DPS Last 3Y CAGR

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About Absa Group Limited

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Absa Group Limited

ABG

Absa Group Limited, together with its subsidiaries, provides retail and business banking, corporate and investment banking, insurance, financial, and wealth management products and services in South Africa and internationally. The company offers life and non-life insu...

Sector

Financial Services

Industry

Banks - Regional

CEO

Fihla, Andile Kenneth

Employees

36,779

IPO Date

2000-01-04

Headquarters

Absa Towers West, 7th Floor, 15 Troye Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2001, South Africa

📊 Stock Price & Performance

The last closing price of Absa Group (ABG) is ZAR237.85, reflecting a +0.10% change from the prior session. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 2:50 AM Eastern Time

Review the recent ABG stock performance trends:Past 1 Month: Absa Group (ABG) shares have +14.91%.Past 3 Months: The stock has +32.16%.Past 6 Months: ABG shares have +36.01%. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

Over the last year, Absa Group (ABG) has established a 52-week price range between a high of ZAR239.55 and a low of ZAR146.84. This metric is essential for assessing the stock's annual volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

Absa Group (ABG) is considered a low volatility stock. It has a beta of 0.37, which means it typically moves 0.37 times as much as the broader market. Over the past 52 weeks, ABG has traded within a ZAR146.84 – ZAR239.55 range. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

Based on current ABG analyst forecasts and market assumptions, the consensus price target for Absa Group (ABG) is ZAR250.61 for 2027. Relative to the current price of ZAR237.85, this implies a positive upside of +4.70%. Price targets reflect forward-looking estimates based on information available at the time and are inherently subject to change as underlying assumptions, company fundamentals, or market conditions evolve. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

A ZAR1,000 investment in Absa Group 5 years ago, when the stock was trading around ZAR119.08, would be worth approximately ZAR1997.40 today, based solely on share price performance (excluding dividends). This represents a total return of 99.74% over the period, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.84%. Past performance reflects historical price movements only and does not imply future results. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

💰 Financial Metrics & Reports

The current Absa Group (ABG) market capitalization is approximately ZAR198.50B, based on its latest share price and shares outstanding. Market capitalization represents the total market value of a company's equity and is calculated by multiplying the current stock price by the number of shares outstanding. As a result, Absa Group's market cap fluctuates with changes in its share price and share count. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Absa Group (ABG) generated ZAR24.61B in revenue, representing a +8.42% year over year change. Quarterly revenue results and expectations reflect underlying demand trends, pricing dynamics, product or service mix, seasonality, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Actual results may differ from consensus estimates as new information becomes available. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:37 AM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported fiscal year, Absa Group (ABG) generated net income of ZAR21.54B, compared with ZAR19.89B in the prior fiscal year, representing a +8.28% year over year change. For the upcoming fiscal year, analyst consensus currently estimates net income of ZAR24.18B. Net income may be positive or negative and can fluctuate materially from year to year due to changes in operating performance, non-recurring or one-time items, accounting treatments, capital structure, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:37 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available data, Absa Group (ABG) is currently trading at a last twelve months (LTM) P/E ratio of 8.64x. The P/E ratio reflects how much investors are willing to pay today for a dollar of earnings and can vary meaningfully over time due to changes in profitability, growth expectations, margin outlook, and earnings volatility. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:37 AM Eastern Time

📅 Earnings & Dividends

Absa Group (ABG) is currently scheduled to report its next earnings results on March 8, 2026. Earnings dates are subject to change and may be updated by the company with limited notice. Investors typically monitor upcoming earnings releases closely, as they can result in increased volatility depending on reported results, forward guidance, and management commentary. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Absa Group (ABG) revenue was ZAR24.61B. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were ZAR6.73. Revenue and EPS surprises may be positive or negative and can influence near-term stock performance depending on expectations, forward guidance, and broader market and sector conditions. For a detailed history of analyst expectations versus reported results, view the full estimates vs. actuals track record here: 👉 Estimates vs. Actuals Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:37 AM Eastern Time

📈 Analyst Information

Analyst assessments of whether Absa Group (ABG) consensus price target is overvalued or undervalued are generally expressed relative to consensus valuation frameworks and price targets, rather than as an absolute judgment.Current share price: ZAR237.85Consensus price target: ZAR250.61Implied return: +4.70% An implied return above current levels indicates that, on average, analysts view the stock as trading below their estimated fair value. Conversely, an implied return below current levels suggests the stock may be fully valued or priced above consensus expectations. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:37 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available analyst coverage, Absa Group (ABG) currently carries a Buy consensus rating. Analysts' average ABG price target is ZAR250.61. Relative to the current share price of ZAR237.85, this suggests a potential price change of approximately +4.70%. Analyst views are forward-looking estimates and should not be considered investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:37 AM Eastern Time

Like other publicly traded stocks, Absa Group (ABG) shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges such as JSE and other supported markets, depending on the listing. The most common way to buy shares is through an online brokerage account. To get started, you typically need to: Open an account with a licensed stock brokerComplete the broker's verification processFund your accountPlace a buy order for Absa Group (ABG) shares Trading involves risk, and investors should consider their financial objectives and risk tolerance before investing.

ℹ️ Company Information

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Absa Group trades under the ticker symbol ABG on the JSE stock exchange. The ticker ABG is used to identify the company's common stock across trading platforms, market data providers, and regulatory filings.

As of the most recently reported period, Absa Group (ABG) employs approximately 36,779 people worldwide. Reported employee figures may fluctuate over time due to hiring activity, restructuring, automation initiatives, or changes in business strategy. Headcount data is typically disclosed in company filings and reflects full-time employees unless otherwise stated. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:47 PM Eastern Time

Absa Group (ABG) operates in a highly competitive market with companies that often have different business models, geographic exposure, and end markets. While no two companies are identical, the following firms are generally considered the closest Absa Group (ABG) stock peers based on overlapping products, services, and competitive dynamics:Nedbank Group (NED)Standard Bank Group (SBK)FirstRand (FSR)Turkiye Garanti Bankasi (GARAN)Capitec Bank Holdings (CPI)Türkiye Is Bankasi (ISCTR)Yapi ve Kredi Bankasi (YKBNK)Bank Hapoalim B.M. (POLI) These peers may differ in size, business mix, financial profile, and strategic focus, but they are commonly referenced due to overlapping markets, customer segments, or competitive positioning relative to Absa Group.

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