Australia
About Westpac Banking Corporation
Westpac Banking Corporation is a leading financial services provider operating in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, Asia, the Americas, and Europe. The company offers a comprehensive range of banking and financial solutions through its four key segments:
- Consumer, Business & Wealth
- Westpac Institutional Bank
- Westpac New Zealand
Key Products & Services
Westpac provides a diverse portfolio of financial solutions, including:
- Banking Accounts: Savings, term deposits, business transactions, foreign currency, and trust accounts.
- Loans & Financing: Home, personal, business, and commercial loans, as well as vehicle and equipment finance.
- Cards & Payments: Debit and credit cards, international money transfers, and payment solutions.
- Investment & Insurance: Share trading, superannuation, life, travel, and business insurance.
- Corporate & Institutional Services: Transaction banking, financial markets, trade finance, and treasury services.
Customer Segments
Westpac serves a wide range of clients, including:
- Individuals and consumers
- Small to medium businesses
- Commercial and agribusiness customers
- High-net-worth individuals
- Corporate, institutional, and government clients
Company Background
Originally established as the Bank of New South Wales in 1817, the company rebranded as Westpac Banking Corporation in 1982. Today, it remains headquartered in Sydney, Australia, and continues to be a trusted name in global banking.
