Commonwealth Bank reports bumper profit as property lending holds up

The Guardian · first seen 12.08.2026

Australia's biggest mortgage lender, Commonwealth Bank, posted an 11 billion dollar full-year cash profit amid resilient property investment demand.

Commonwealth Bank reported an 11 billion dollar full-year cash profit
Property investing demand remains robust despite lender loan application fluctuations

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