Absa Group (ABG.JO) Stock Price

Absa Group Price

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23,070.00ZAR+70.00 (+0.30 %)
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Over the last 19 years Absa Group grew revenue by 10.1% annually, reaching 125.25 B ZAR. Earnings per share have grown at 7.2% per year over the last 19 years. For Absa Group, the net margin of 17.2% is up versus 6.3% a few years ago. At today's price the dividend yield works out to roughly 0.06%. The payout ratio is around 53% of earnings. The dividend has grown at 7.4% per year over the past 19 years. The consensus 12-month price target for Absa Group is 265.20 ZAR, about 98.9% below where the stock trades today. Of 14 analysts, 11 rate the stock a buy — an overall Buy consensus. The stock trades about 28% above its 52-week low.

Absa Group stock price

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Absa Group Stock Price History
DateAbsa Group Price
8/13/202623,070.00 ZAR
8/12/202623,000.00 ZAR
8/11/202622,888.00 ZAR
8/7/202623,102.00 ZAR
8/6/202623,114.00 ZAR
8/5/202622,858.00 ZAR
8/4/202623,059.00 ZAR
7/31/202622,791.00 ZAR
7/30/202622,434.00 ZAR
7/29/202622,361.00 ZAR
7/28/202622,020.00 ZAR
7/27/202622,070.00 ZAR
7/24/202621,937.00 ZAR
7/23/202621,867.00 ZAR
7/22/202621,929.00 ZAR
7/21/202622,040.00 ZAR
7/20/202622,018.00 ZAR
7/17/202621,502.00 ZAR
7/16/202621,656.00 ZAR
7/15/202621,358.00 ZAR
7/14/202621,549.00 ZAR
7/13/202621,672.00 ZAR
7/10/202621,597.00 ZAR
7/9/202621,329.00 ZAR
7/8/202621,612.00 ZAR
7/7/202621,827.00 ZAR
7/6/202622,464.00 ZAR
7/3/202622,117.00 ZAR
7/2/202622,300.00 ZAR
7/1/202621,800.00 ZAR
6/30/202622,792.00 ZAR
6/29/202624,410.00 ZAR
6/26/202624,224.00 ZAR
6/25/202624,582.00 ZAR
6/24/202624,487.00 ZAR
6/23/202625,209.00 ZAR
6/22/202624,991.00 ZAR
6/19/202625,282.00 ZAR
6/18/202624,660.00 ZAR
6/17/202624,411.00 ZAR
6/15/202624,492.00 ZAR
6/12/202623,982.00 ZAR
6/11/202623,590.00 ZAR
6/10/202623,551.00 ZAR
6/9/202623,652.00 ZAR
6/8/202623,587.00 ZAR
6/5/202623,368.00 ZAR
6/4/202623,019.00 ZAR
6/3/202622,975.00 ZAR
6/2/202623,152.00 ZAR
6/1/202623,560.00 ZAR
5/29/202623,859.00 ZAR
5/28/202623,693.00 ZAR
5/27/202623,796.00 ZAR
5/26/202623,771.00 ZAR
5/25/202623,795.00 ZAR
5/22/202623,569.00 ZAR
5/21/202623,467.00 ZAR
5/20/202623,101.00 ZAR
5/19/202622,876.00 ZAR
5/18/202623,075.00 ZAR
5/15/202623,018.00 ZAR
5/14/202623,377.00 ZAR
5/13/202623,000.00 ZAR
5/12/202622,923.00 ZAR
5/11/202622,572.00 ZAR
5/8/202623,044.00 ZAR
5/7/202623,136.00 ZAR
5/6/202623,243.00 ZAR
5/5/202622,722.00 ZAR
5/4/202622,858.00 ZAR
4/30/202623,302.00 ZAR
4/29/202623,276.00 ZAR
4/28/202623,389.00 ZAR
4/24/202623,160.00 ZAR
4/23/202623,370.00 ZAR
4/22/202623,886.00 ZAR
4/21/202624,840.00 ZAR
4/20/202624,900.00 ZAR
4/17/202625,157.00 ZAR
4/16/202624,711.00 ZAR
4/15/202625,000.00 ZAR
4/14/202624,920.00 ZAR
4/13/202624,908.00 ZAR
4/10/202624,961.00 ZAR
4/9/202624,962.00 ZAR
4/8/202625,433.00 ZAR
4/7/202623,778.00 ZAR
4/2/202623,835.00 ZAR
4/1/202624,041.00 ZAR
3/31/202624,119.00 ZAR
3/30/202623,598.00 ZAR
3/27/202623,750.00 ZAR
3/26/202624,197.00 ZAR
3/25/202624,414.00 ZAR
3/24/202623,554.00 ZAR
3/23/202623,452.00 ZAR
3/20/202623,509.00 ZAR
3/19/202623,395.00 ZAR
3/18/202623,129.00 ZAR
3/17/202623,467.00 ZAR
3/16/202623,061.00 ZAR
3/13/202623,061.00 ZAR
3/12/202623,198.00 ZAR
3/11/202623,853.00 ZAR
3/10/202623,992.00 ZAR
3/9/202624,300.00 ZAR
3/6/202623,470.00 ZAR
3/5/202624,883.00 ZAR
3/4/202625,139.00 ZAR
3/3/202624,947.00 ZAR
3/2/202626,417.00 ZAR
2/27/202627,130.00 ZAR
2/26/202627,203.00 ZAR
2/25/202626,959.00 ZAR
2/24/202627,159.00 ZAR
2/23/202626,911.00 ZAR
2/20/202626,843.00 ZAR
2/19/202626,995.00 ZAR
2/18/202627,034.00 ZAR
2/17/202626,308.00 ZAR
2/16/202626,553.00 ZAR
2/13/202626,175.00 ZAR
2/12/202626,557.00 ZAR
2/11/202626,100.00 ZAR
2/10/202625,969.00 ZAR
2/9/202625,654.00 ZAR
2/6/202625,650.00 ZAR
2/5/202625,526.00 ZAR
2/4/202625,577.00 ZAR
2/3/202626,060.00 ZAR
2/2/202626,095.00 ZAR
1/30/202625,471.00 ZAR
1/29/202625,393.00 ZAR
1/28/202625,251.00 ZAR
1/27/202625,504.00 ZAR
1/26/202625,140.00 ZAR
1/23/202624,960.00 ZAR
1/22/202625,275.00 ZAR
1/21/202624,526.00 ZAR
1/20/202624,733.00 ZAR
1/19/202624,471.00 ZAR
1/16/202624,500.00 ZAR
1/15/202624,297.00 ZAR
1/14/202623,942.00 ZAR
1/13/202623,817.00 ZAR
1/12/202624,203.00 ZAR
1/9/202624,467.00 ZAR
1/8/202624,584.00 ZAR
1/7/202624,290.00 ZAR
1/6/202624,341.00 ZAR
1/5/202623,911.00 ZAR
1/2/202624,035.00 ZAR
12/31/202523,936.00 ZAR
12/30/202523,760.00 ZAR
12/29/202523,751.00 ZAR
12/24/202523,688.00 ZAR
12/23/202523,662.00 ZAR
12/22/202523,533.00 ZAR
12/19/202523,764.00 ZAR
12/18/202523,830.00 ZAR
12/17/202523,591.00 ZAR
12/15/202523,200.00 ZAR
12/12/202522,796.00 ZAR
12/11/202522,619.00 ZAR
12/10/202522,637.00 ZAR
12/9/202522,560.00 ZAR
12/8/202522,210.00 ZAR
12/5/202521,659.00 ZAR
12/4/202521,600.00 ZAR
12/3/202521,703.00 ZAR
12/2/202521,160.00 ZAR
12/1/202521,108.00 ZAR
11/28/202520,828.00 ZAR
11/27/202520,780.00 ZAR
11/26/202520,984.00 ZAR
11/25/202520,743.00 ZAR
11/24/202520,609.00 ZAR
11/21/202520,850.00 ZAR
11/20/202521,111.00 ZAR
11/19/202520,846.00 ZAR
11/18/202520,687.00 ZAR
11/17/202520,957.00 ZAR
11/14/202520,716.00 ZAR
11/13/202520,894.00 ZAR
11/12/202520,457.00 ZAR
11/11/202520,000.00 ZAR
11/10/202519,998.00 ZAR
11/7/202519,673.00 ZAR
11/6/202519,756.00 ZAR
11/5/202519,659.00 ZAR
11/4/202519,410.00 ZAR
11/3/202519,562.00 ZAR
10/31/202519,384.00 ZAR
10/30/202519,389.00 ZAR
10/29/202519,576.00 ZAR
10/28/202519,571.00 ZAR
10/27/202519,258.00 ZAR
10/24/202519,390.00 ZAR
10/23/202519,423.00 ZAR
10/22/202519,260.00 ZAR
10/21/202519,067.00 ZAR
10/20/202519,231.00 ZAR
10/17/202519,174.00 ZAR
10/16/202519,227.00 ZAR
10/15/202519,130.00 ZAR
10/14/202519,338.00 ZAR
10/13/202519,444.00 ZAR
10/10/202519,460.00 ZAR
10/9/202519,277.00 ZAR
10/8/202519,197.00 ZAR
10/7/202518,995.00 ZAR
10/6/202519,075.00 ZAR
10/3/202518,885.00 ZAR
10/2/202518,556.00 ZAR
10/1/202518,301.00 ZAR
9/30/202518,109.00 ZAR
9/29/202518,014.00 ZAR
9/26/202518,100.00 ZAR
9/25/202518,029.00 ZAR
9/23/202518,367.00 ZAR
9/22/202518,101.00 ZAR
9/19/202518,392.00 ZAR
9/18/202518,572.00 ZAR
9/17/202518,472.00 ZAR
9/16/202518,441.00 ZAR
9/15/202518,355.00 ZAR
9/12/202518,468.00 ZAR
9/11/202518,310.00 ZAR
9/10/202518,046.00 ZAR
9/9/202518,886.00 ZAR
9/8/202518,915.00 ZAR
9/5/202518,595.00 ZAR
9/4/202518,452.00 ZAR
9/3/202518,500.00 ZAR
9/2/202518,771.00 ZAR
9/1/202518,859.00 ZAR
8/29/202518,880.00 ZAR
8/28/202519,169.00 ZAR
8/27/202518,758.00 ZAR
8/26/202518,875.00 ZAR
8/25/202519,235.00 ZAR
8/22/202519,316.00 ZAR
8/21/202518,721.00 ZAR
8/20/202518,745.00 ZAR
8/19/202518,830.00 ZAR
8/18/202518,915.00 ZAR
8/15/202519,072.00 ZAR
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Absa Group Revenue, Pre-Provision Profit, Net Income

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Revenue
Pre-Provision Profit
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
Pre-Provision Profit
Net Income
Jan 1, 2021
99.78 B ZAR
35.22 B ZAR
17.76 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2022
108.32 B ZAR
44.06 B ZAR
20.27 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2023
119.29 B ZAR
45.79 B ZAR
19.89 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2024
125.25 B ZAR
47.53 B ZAR
21.54 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2025 (e)
115.59 B ZAR
0.00 ZAR
24.81 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
121.89 B ZAR
0.00 ZAR
26.31 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
129.62 B ZAR
0.00 ZAR
28.10 B ZAR
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
138.59 B ZAR
0.00 ZAR
30.78 B ZAR

Absa Group Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

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GROSS MARGIN%
GROSS INCOMEB ZAR
Net Interest IncomeB ZAR
Non-Interest IncomeB ZAR
Loan Loss ProvisionsB ZAR
Pre-Provision Profit (PPOP)B ZAR
NET INCOMEB ZAR
NET INCOME GROWTH%
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DIV. GROWTH%
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8.035.038.2411.881.702.868.95-2.51-1.4617.7228.527.92-47.935.456.346.92
86.8882.7276.4268.3067.1665.2959.9361.4762.3852.9941.2338.2052.9952.9952.9952.99
84.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8184.8161.2564.5968.6873.44
32.3535.6038.4142.0042.6443.7646.5048.8653.3260.5068.0671.11––––
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6.996.296.928.757.026.327.8220.578.5013.7015.5414.30––––
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Income Statement Key Figures

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Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Absa Group generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Absa Group retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Absa Group's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares Absa Group has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Absa Group's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

Absa Group stock margins

The Absa Group margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of Absa Group. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for Absa Group.

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Cost-Income Ratio
Profit margin
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Date
Cost-Income Ratio
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2020
67.01 %
6.27 %
Jan 1, 2021
64.70 %
17.80 %
Jan 1, 2022
59.33 %
18.71 %
Jan 1, 2023
61.62 %
16.67 %
Jan 1, 2024
62.05 %
17.20 %
Jan 1, 2025 (e)
0.00 %
21.46 %
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
0.00 %
21.58 %
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
0.00 %
21.68 %

Absa Group Revenue per Share, Earnings per Share

The Absa Group earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue Absa Group has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.

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Revenue per Share
Earnings per Share
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Date
Revenue per Share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2020
113.40 ZAR
7.11 ZAR
Jan 1, 2021
119.93 ZAR
21.35 ZAR
Jan 1, 2022
129.90 ZAR
24.30 ZAR
Jan 1, 2023
143.52 ZAR
23.93 ZAR
Jan 1, 2024
150.90 ZAR
25.95 ZAR
Jan 1, 2025 (e)
139.27 ZAR
29.89 ZAR
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
146.86 ZAR
31.69 ZAR
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
156.17 ZAR
33.86 ZAR

Absa Group business model & stock analysis

The Absa Group Ltd is one of the leading banks in Africa and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. The bank was originally founded in 1991 under the name Amalgamated Banks of South Africa. Since then, the company has undergone significant development and is now active throughout the African continent as Absa Group Ltd. Absa's business model is based on offering financial services such as loans, savings accounts, insurance, and investment products to build long-term customer loyalty and trust. The bank focuses on both retail and business customers, as well as small businesses. In the investment banking sector, Absa Group Ltd offers a wide range of financial services, ranging from mergers and acquisitions to asset management. The bank also operates in umbrella sectors, including asset management, treasury, and risk management. Absa Group Ltd operates in eleven African countries and is a market leader in southern Africa and one of the largest banking groups on the continent. The company employs over 32,000 people. The key countries where the bank operates include South Africa, Uganda, Ghana, Kenya, and Tanzania. A key focus of Absa Group Ltd is supporting the economy of the African continent. The bank is involved in numerous initiatives to promote economic growth and sustainability. In 2018, the bank launched an economic forum with the goal of increasing business opportunities and investments in Africa. Another initiative is the Absa Culture Program, which aims to promote art and culture in Africa. Absa's product portfolio is diverse and includes loans, accounts, insurance, and investment products. The bank offers both traditional and digital services, including a mobile app, online banking, mobile money transfers, and a digital exchange. One of Absa's main products is the current account, which caters to retail customers and businesses. The account provides basic banking services such as transfers, cash withdrawals, account statements, and deposit facilities. Absa also offers various card options, including debit cards and credit cards. Another core product is loans, which are provided to both retail and business customers. The bank ensures that its borrowers have a stable financial situation and that the loan has a positive impact on the borrowers. Absa also offers a special SME (Small and Medium Enterprises) loan offering aimed at supporting small businesses and helping them grow. Asset management is another major focus for Absa. The bank offers investment products such as stocks, bonds, investment funds, and hedge funds to help customers diversify their wealth and maximize return on investment (ROI). In summary, Absa Group Ltd is one of the largest and most successful banking groups in Africa. With its wide range of financial services, strong presence on the continent, and commitment to economic growth and sustainability, the bank has established itself as a key player in the African financial industry.

Absa Group SWOT Analysis

Strengths

Absa Group Ltd has a strong market presence in South Africa, ensuring a large customer base and potential for growth.

The company benefits from its diverse range of financial services, including retail banking, corporate banking, wealth management, and investment banking, providing a comprehensive offering to its customers.

Absa Group Ltd has a strong brand reputation and is recognized as a trusted financial institution, instilling confidence in its customers.

Weaknesses

One of the weaknesses of Absa Group Ltd is its heavy reliance on the South African market, which makes it vulnerable to economic downturns and regulatory changes specific to the country.

The company's profitability may also be impacted by increased competition within the financial industry, putting pressure on margins.

Opportunities

Absa Group Ltd has the opportunity to expand its presence in other African markets, leveraging its experience and expertise in the region.

The implementation of digital technologies and innovative solutions can help the company enhance its customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and target new market segments.

The growing demand for sustainable finance and responsible investing provides an opportunity for Absa Group Ltd to develop and offer products and services that cater to this market.

Threats

The uncertain economic and political environment in South Africa and other African countries pose a threat to Absa Group Ltd's operations and growth prospects.

Regulatory changes and compliance requirements can increase operating costs and impose limitations on the company's business activities.

Increased cybersecurity risks and evolving customer preferences for digital banking may impact the company's ability to maintain the security and privacy of customer data.

Absa Group Eulerpool Fair Value

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What Is Fair Value?

Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.

Earnings-Based Fair Value

Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.

Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021

Revenue-Based Fair Value

Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"

Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021

Dividend-Based Fair Value

Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.

Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021

How to Use This Chart

When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.

Absa Group historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

Absa Group annual returns

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What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

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Absa Group shares outstanding

The number of shares of Absa Group was 830 M in 2025. This indicates how many shares Absa Group is divided into. Since shareholders are the owners of a company, each share represents a small portion of the company's ownership.

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Number of stocks
Details
Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2020
827.00 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2021
832.00 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2022
833.90 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2023
831.20 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2024
830.00 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2025 (e)
830.00 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
830.00 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
830.00 M Stocks

Absa Group stock splits

In Absa Group's history, there have been no stock splits.

Absa Group Dividend History

37 years of dividend payments · 4 consecutive increases

YearAnnual DividendYoY ChangePayments
2026850.00ZARYTD—1×
Apr 22, 2026850.00ZAR↑ 10,728.0%1/1
202515.60ZAR↑ 10.8%2×
Apr 23, 20257.75ZAR↑ 1,939.5%1/2
Sep 10, 20257.85ZAR↑ 1.3%2/2
202414.08ZAR↑ 5.5%3×
202313.35ZAR↑ 18.7%2×
202211.25ZAR↑ 262.9%2×
20213.10ZAR↓ 50.0%1×
20206.20ZAR↓ 44.9%1×
201911.25ZAR↑ 3.7%2×
201810.85ZAR↑ 3.8%2×
201710.45ZAR↑ 3.5%2×

Absa Group dividend history and estimates

In 2025, Absa Group paid a dividend amounting to 15.60 ZAR. Dividend means that Absa Group distributes a portion of its profits to its owners.

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Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Special dividend
Details
Date
Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Special dividend
Jan 1, 2020 (e)
6.20 ZAR
6.20 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2021 (e)
3.10 ZAR
3.10 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2022
11.25 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2023
13.35 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2024
14.08 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2025
15.60 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
0.00 ZAR
16.78 ZAR
0.00 ZAR
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
0.00 ZAR
18.04 ZAR
0.00 ZAR

Absa Group dividend payout ratio

In 2025, Absa Group had a payout ratio of 52.19%. The payout ratio indicates the percentage of the company's profits that Absa Group distributes as dividends.

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Payout ratio
Details
Date
Payout ratio
Jan 1, 2020
87.20 %
Jan 1, 2021
14.51 %
Jan 1, 2022
46.29 %
Jan 1, 2023
55.79 %
Jan 1, 2024
52.80 %
Jan 1, 2025 (e)
52.19 %
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
52.93 %
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
53.27 %

Current Absa Group forecasts and price targets in August 2026

Analyst Price Targets 2026
Δ MOM Price Target
7.88 %
Buy
78.57 % (11)
Hold
21.43 % (3)
Sell
0.00 % (0)
12M Price Target
265.20
Last Price
23,070.00
Currency
ZAR
12M Return Potential
-98.85 %
LTM Return
0 %

Absa Group Earnings Estimates & Surprises

DateEPS estimateEPS ActualRevenue EstimatePrice reactionQuarterly report
3/11/202413.29ZAR-55.49 BZAR-2023 Q4
8/14/202314.30ZAR-52.95 BZAR-2023 Q2
3/13/202312.92ZAR-47.65 BZAR-2022 Q4
8/15/202212.95ZAR-47.22 BZAR-2022 Q2
3/14/202211.26ZAR-43.39 BZAR-2021 Q4
8/16/20219.60ZAR-38.64 BZAR-2021 Q2
3/15/20217.62ZAR-42.29 BZAR-2020 Q4
8/24/20202.70ZAR-40.25 BZAR-2020 Q2
3/11/20209.86ZAR-41.65 BZAR-2019 Q4
8/13/201910.09ZAR-40.02 BZAR-2019 Q2

EESG©

Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the Absa Group stock

77/100
97
Environment
96
Social
39
Governance
E

Environment

20
Scope 1 - Direct Emissions12,049
Scope 2 - Indirect emissions from purchased energy127,801
Scope 3 - Indirect emissions within the value chain9,293,965
Total CO₂ emissions139,850
CO₂ reduction strategy
Coal energy
Nuclear power
Animal experiments
Fur & Leather—
Pesticides—
Palm Oil—
Tobacco
Genetically modified organisms
Climate concept—
Sustainable forestry—
Recycling regulations
Environmentally friendly packaging
Hazardous substances
Fuel consumption and efficiency
Water consumption and efficiency
S

Social

20
Percentage of female employees60
Percentage of women in management—
Percentage of Asian employees—
Share of Asian management—
Percentage of Hispanic/Latino employees—
Hispano/Latino Management share—
Percentage of Black employees—
Black Management Share—
Percentage of white employees—
White Management Share—
Adult content
Alcohol
Weapons—
Firearms
Gambling
Military contracts
Human rights concept
Privacy concept—
Occupational health and safety
Catholic
G

Governance (Corporate Governance)

4
Environmental reporting
Stakeholder Engagement
Call Back Policies
Antitrust law

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Absa Group shareholder structure

% Name
1.02865%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, L.P.
Dimensional Fund Advisors, L.P.
0.93315%
Geode Capital Management, L.L.C.
Geode Capital Management, L.L.C.
0.86836%
BlackRock Advisors (UK) Limited
BlackRock Advisors (UK) Limited
0.69658%
Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V.
Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V.
0.48336%
UBS Asset Management (UK) Ltd.
UBS Asset Management (UK) Ltd.
0.41254%
Arga Investment Management, LP
Arga Investment Management, LP
...

Absa Group Beneficial Ownership Filings (SEC 13D/G)

Free Float
99.9%
Float Shares
-
Shares Outstanding
-

Absa Group Executives and Management Board

29 members · avg. age 57 · 38 % women

CR

Mr. Charles Russon (57)

Interim Chief Executive Officer, Director · since 2014

31.64 M ZAR

Management

GL

Mr. Geoffrey Lee (54)

Chief Executive - Product Solutions Cluster

20.53 M ZAR
FM

Mr. Faisal Mkhize (51)

Chief Executive - Relationship Banking

18.27 M ZAR
PM

Ms. Punki Modise (54)

Group Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer · since 2021

16.05 M ZAR
SC

Mr. Saviour Chibiya (52)

Group Executive - Absa Regional Operations

16.01 M ZAR
YM

Ms. Yasmin Masithela (48)

Interim Chief Executive Officer of Absa's Corporate and Investment Bank

–
CW

Ms. Christine Wu

Chief Executive: Everyday Banking (Prescribed Officer)

–

Board of Directors

CS

Mr. Christopher Snyman (48)

Executive Director · since 2023

9.65 M ZAR
SM

Mr. Sello Moloko (58)

Non-Executive Independent Chairman of the Board

6.95 M ZAR
TA

Ms. Tasneem Abdool-Samad (50)

Non-Executive Independent Director

3.34 M ZAR
LD

Ms. Luisa Diogo (66)

Non-Executive Independent Director

3.16 M ZAR
RW

Mr. Rene van Wyk (68)

Non-Executive Independent Director · since 2017

2.72 M ZAR
RK

Ms. Rose Keanly (65)

Non-Executive Independent Director

2.65 M ZAR

Frequently asked questions about Absa Group

The business model of Absa Group Ltd is centered around being a diversified financial services provider. As one of Africa's largest financial institutions, Absa Group offers a comprehensive range of banking, investment, and insurance services. With its primary focus on the African continent, Absa Group serves individual customers, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), corporate clients, and institutional investors. The company aims to provide innovative and tailored solutions to meet the financial needs of its diverse customer base. Absa Group's business model emphasizes the promotion of sustainable growth while upholding strong risk management practices and adhering to rigorous governance standards.

Absa Group Ltd is primarily active in the financial services industry.

The main competitors of Absa Group Ltd in the market include Standard Bank Group Ltd, FirstRand Ltd, and Nedbank Group Ltd.

Absa Group Ltd, formerly known as Amalgamated Banks of South Africa, is a prominent South African financial services provider. Established in 1991, Absa has a rich history spanning over three decades. It initially operated as a subsidiary of Barclays PLC, until the bank sold off the majority of its stake in 2017. Since then, Absa has been operating as an independent entity and has transformed into a leading African-focused financial group. Absa offers a wide range of financial products and services, including retail banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, and insurance. With its extensive experience and strong market presence, Absa continues to play a significant role in South Africa's financial sector.

Absa Group Ltd, a leading financial services provider in Africa, has achieved several significant milestones throughout its history. The company successfully rebranded from Barclays Africa Group Limited to Absa Group Ltd in 2018, marking a major step towards establishing its own unique identity in the market. Additionally, Absa Group Ltd has been recognized for its outstanding efforts in driving economic growth and empowering communities. The company's strong focus on innovation and digital transformation has also positioned it as a leader in the financial technology space. With its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and expanding its footprint across the continent, Absa Group Ltd continues to build a remarkable legacy in the financial industry.

Absa Group Ltd is primarily present in South Africa and has a significant presence in other African countries such as Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. Additionally, the company operates in selected international markets such as the United Kingdom and the United States. Absa Group Ltd's strong presence across multiple countries and regions allows it to tap into diverse markets, broaden its customer base, and leverage its expertise in African banking.

Absa Group Ltd represents a strong set of values and a clear corporate philosophy. The company is committed to integrity, accountability, and delivering exceptional customer service. They prioritize teamwork, diversity, and inclusivity, fostering an environment where every employee is valued and respected. Absa Group Ltd also emphasizes innovation, constantly striving to find new and better ways of serving their clients. With a focus on sustainability, they actively contribute to the well-being of the communities they operate in. Overall, Absa Group Ltd stands for excellence, trustworthiness, and a customer-centric approach in all aspects of their business.

Analysts currently set an average price target of 261.10 ZAR for the Absa Group stock (median: 265.20 ZAR), implying -98.9 % versus the latest price. The consensus is based on 14 analyst ratings.

Absa Group Analyst Price Targets 2026

14 analysts currently rate the Absa Group stock: 11 recommend buying, 3 holding and 0 selling. For 2026, analysts expect Absa Group to generate revenue of 121.89 B ZAR and earnings per share of 31.69 ZAR.

Absa Group Analyst Price Targets 2026

Converted at the current exchange rate, the Absa Group share trades at 1,236.53 EUR (23,070.00 ZAR).

The Absa Group share (ABG.JO) is listed on 5 stock exchanges, including: Frankfurt (AU61.F), München (AU61.MU), Düsseldorf (AU61.DU).

The Absa Group Ltd is an African financial institution based in South Africa. The company operates in various areas, such as retail banking, corporate banking, and institutional banking. The business model of Absa Group Ltd is based on providing banking services and financial products tailored to the different needs of its customers. Absa Group Ltd offers a wide range of products and services to its customers, including deposit products, loans, credit cards, investments, insurance, trade finance, and other financial products. The company is able to provide these products and services through its extensive network of branches and electronic channels, as well as partnerships with other companies. In the retail banking segment, Absa Group Ltd offers deposit products such as current accounts, savings accounts, and fixed deposits, as well as loans such as car loans, mortgages, and other personal loans. The company also offers credit cards to its customers, including Visa and Mastercard cards. Additionally, it offers a wide range of investment products such as investment funds, stocks, bonds, and other securities to help customers invest their money safely and profitably. In the corporate banking segment, Absa Group Ltd offers financial products for businesses, including trade finance, leasing, asset management, payment services, and other financial products. The company also provides advisory services to businesses to assist them with financing and other aspects of their business processes. In the institutional banking segment, Absa Group Ltd offers customized financial solutions for institutions such as hedge funds, securities firms, sovereign wealth funds, and other financial institutions. The company also provides investment banking services such as mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt issuances, structured financings, and syndicated loans for these clients. Absa Group Ltd is a future-oriented company focused on digital financial services. The company heavily invests in digital technologies to provide its customers with a better customer experience and more convenience in managing their finances. The digital channels provided by the company include mobile banking, internet banking, USSD banking, and ATM banking. In summary, the business model of Absa Group Ltd is focused on providing tailored financial products and services to retail banking customers, corporate banking customers, and institutional banking customers. The company offers a wide range of financial products such as deposits, loans, credit cards, investments, trade finance, insurance, and other financial products. Additionally, the company is heavily invested in digital technologies to offer its customers better services and more convenience in managing their finances.

The expected revenue of Absa Group is 121.89 B ZAR. This figure is based on current financial data and reflects the company's business performance.

The expected profit of Absa Group is 26.31 B ZAR. The net profit reflects the company's profitability after deducting all expenses.

The price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of Absa Group is currently 727.91. The P/E ratio compares the current share price to the earnings per share and helps investors assess the valuation of the Absa Group stock.

The price-to-sales ratio (P/S) of Absa Group is currently 157.09. The P/S ratio compares the market capitalization to the annual revenue and serves as a valuation metric for the Absa Group stock.

The Eulerpool Quality Score for Absa Group is 4/10.

The ISIN of Absa Group is ZAE000255915. The ISIN (International Securities Identification Number) is a globally unique identifier for securities.

The WKN of Absa Group is A2JE9V. The WKN (Wertpapierkennnummer) is a six-digit German security identification number.

The ticker of Absa Group is ABG.JO. The ticker symbol is used to trade Absa Group shares on the stock exchange.

Over the past 12 months, Absa Group paid a dividend of 14.08 ZAR . This corresponds to a dividend yield of about 0.06 %. For the coming 12 months, Absa Group is expected to pay a dividend of 18.04 ZAR.

The current dividend yield of Absa Group is 0.06 %.

Absa Group pays a dividend, distributed in the months of , , , .

Absa Group paid dividends every year for the past 36 years.

For the upcoming 12 months, dividends amounting to 18.04 ZAR are expected. This corresponds to a dividend yield of 0.08 %.

Absa Group is assigned to the 'Finance' sector.

In the year 2025, Absa Group distributed 14.08 ZAR as dividends.

The dividends of Absa Group are distributed in ZAR.

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