Westpac Banking Corp.
Industry Group: Banks
Country/Region: Australia
Identifier: ASX:WBC
Westpac is Australia's oldest bank and financial services group, with a significant franchise in Australia and New Zealand in the consumer, small business, corporate, and institutional sectors, in addition to its major presence in wealth management. Westpac is among a handful of banks around the globe currently retaining very high credit ratings. The bank benefits from a large national branch network and significant market share, particularly in home loans and retail deposits.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Banks 191 out of 1026
Universe
Global Universe 2735 out of 15104
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| National Australia Bank Ltd. |
15.2
Low
|
132 out of 1026 |
| Banco Santander SA |
17.1
Low
|
184 out of 1026 |
| Westpac Banking Corp. |
17.2
Low
|
191 out of 1026 |
| Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. |
20.2
Medium
|
272 out of 1026 |
| The Bank of Nova Scotia |
21
Medium
|
302 out of 1026 |
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