ANZ delivers record $11bn in revenues in half-year earnings report
ANZ, the ASX-listed $89bn financial giant, reported $10.99bn in revenues for the six months ending on March 31, 2025, a record high and a 5 per cent lift from the prior six months.
It also delivered a 16 per cent jump in net profits to $3.64bn.
The market had expected profits reaching $3.44bn.
Outgoing ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott celebrated the results and said Australian households had remained 'remarkably robust and resilient' over the period.
'While initial interest rate relief was welcomed by retail and commercial customers, we know many continue to face challenges,' he said.
'Generally households remain remarkably robust and resilient, with strong balance sheets the norm for our customers in both Australia and New Zealand.
'For those who need assistance, our teams ready to help with tailored support.'
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