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S&P/ASX 50 (ASX:XFL)

Top 50 ASX Companies

8,105 103.8 (1.30%)

The S&P/ASX 50 is a prominent Australian stock market index that represents the top 50 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation. For retail investors, understanding the S&P/ASX 50 is vital as it provides a comprehensive view of the performance of Australia’s leading companies. This index spans various sectors such as finance, mining, healthcare, and consumer goods, offering a diversified portfolio that mirrors the strength and stability of the Australian economy. By tracking the S&P/ASX 50, you can gain valuable insights into market trends and the overall health of Australia’s largest corporations.

Investing in the S&P/ASX 50 offers an excellent opportunity to build a robust and diversified investment portfolio. The companies in this index are well-established, financially sound, and have a proven track record of performance, making them attractive to both new and seasoned investors. Whether you are considering direct investments in individual stocks or looking to invest through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track this index, the S&P/ASX 50 provides a reliable benchmark. It helps you assess the performance of your investments and make informed decisions based on the movements of Australia’s top 50 companies.
Other indexes: ASX 20 ASX 100 ASX 200 ASX 300

XFL Share Price Chart

Daily Movement

Date Open Close High Low Change
2 May 2025 8,001 8,105 8,108 7,995 1.30%
1 May 2025 7,994 8,001 8,007 7,970 0.09%
30 Apr 2025 7,870 7,994 7,994 7,926 1.58%
29 Apr 2025 7,870 7,928 7,935 7,870 0.74%
28 Apr 2025 7,840 7,870 7,929 7,840 0.37%
24 Apr 2025 7,840 7,840 7,856 7,797 0%
22 Apr 2025 7,671 7,688 7,695 7,600 0.22%

Daily Movement (%)

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Key features of the S&P/ASX 50 index

Top 50 Companies: The S&P/ASX 50 index comprises the largest 50 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation, representing a significant portion of the Australian stock market.

Sector Diversity: The index covers a wide range of sectors including finance, mining, healthcare, consumer goods, and more, providing a well-rounded view of the Australian economy.

Market Performance Indicator: It serves as a key indicator of the performance and health of Australia's largest and most influential companies, reflecting overall economic trends.

Investment Benchmark: The S&P/ASX 50 is commonly used as a benchmark for Australian equity portfolios, helping investors measure the performance of their investments against a diverse and high-performing standard.

Blue-Chip Stocks: The index is composed of blue-chip stocks known for their financial stability, consistent dividends, and reliable performance, making it a popular choice for investors seeking steady returns.

High Liquidity: Companies within the S&P/ASX 50 are among the most liquid and actively traded on the ASX, ensuring ease of access and the ability to quickly buy or sell shares.

Top ASX 50 Companies & Share Prices

Top 50 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation (not S&P constituents).
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Company Sector Market Cap
(m)		 Price
Current		 Price
7D Avg		 Price
30D Avg		 Volume
Last Close		 Volume
7D Avg		 Volume
30D Avg		 Price
Movement
7D** (%)		 Volume
Movement
7D** (%)		 Dividend
Yield
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Financials $283,920 $169.660 $165.868 $159.275 2,403,440 2,474,544 2,785,095 2.29% -2.87% 2.85%
BHP Group Limited (BHP) Materials $193,294 $38.080 $37.990 $36.667 11,676,428 8,499,556 9,885,105 0.24% 37.38% 4.98%
CSL Limited (CSL) Health Care $124,157 $256.410 $249.676 $243.299 893,448 822,410 1,062,790 2.70% 8.64% 1.69%
Westpac Banking Corporation (WBC) Financials $114,506 $33.450 $32.814 $31.242 5,958,404 4,886,345 4,965,048 1.94% 21.94% 4.60%
National Australia Bank Limited (NAB) Financials $111,751 $36.490 $36.054 $34.291 4,553,389 5,220,015 5,161,241 1.21% -12.77% 4.68%
Wesfarmers Limited (WES) Consumer Discretionary $90,245 $79.560 $78.078 $74.464 1,202,711 1,312,973 1,503,170 1.90% -8.40% 2.58%
ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ANZ) Financials $90,211 $30.360 $29.764 $28.217 5,946,763 4,919,085 6,280,971 2% 20.89% 5.56%
Macquarie Group Limited (MQG) Financials $75,454 $197.970 $194.336 $183.877 753,622 777,435 1,098,944 1.87% -3.06% 3.33%
Goodman Group (GMG) Real Estate $63,819 $31.420 $30.156 $28.285 3,753,943 4,805,497 4,870,724 4.19% -21.88% 1%
Telstra Group Limited (TLS) Communication Services $52,681 $4.580 $4.522 $4.434 25,714,792 30,688,909 38,496,219 1.28% -16.21% 4.10%

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Sector Breakdown

The industry sector breakdown of the top 50 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation.
Created with Highcharts 10.2.1Chart context menuFinancials: 22.0 %​Financials: 22.0 %Materials: 16.0 %​Materials: 16.0 %Real Estate: 16.0 %​Real Estate: 16.0 %Industrials: 12.0 %​Industrials: 12.0 %Energy: 8.0 %​Energy: 8.0 %Health Care: 8.0 %​Health Care: 8.0 %Utilities: 6.0 %​Utilities: 6.0 %Consumer Staple: 6.0 %​Consumer Staple: 6.0 %Consumer Discretionary: 4.0 %​Consumer Discretionary: 4.0 %Communication Services: 2.0 %​Communication Services: 2.0 %FinancialsMaterialsReal EstateIndustrialsEnergyHealth CareUtilitiesConsumer StapleConsumer DiscretionaryCommunication Services

Top ASX 50 Latest Announcements

The latest announcements by the top 50 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation.
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Company Sector Market Cap ($m) Headline Release
date/time+		 Price at
release+		 Current
price+		 Gain/Loss View
Macquarie Group Limited (MQG)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Financials $75,454 Change in substantial holding for NEC 2 May 2025 5:14PM $197.970 $197.970 fallen by 0%
Telstra Group Limited (TLS)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Communication Services $52,681 Update - Notification of buy-back - TLS 2 May 2025 5:02PM $4.580 $4.580 fallen by 0%
Amcor Plc (AMC)
CDI 1:1 FOREIGN EXEMPT NYSE
 Materials $9,184 Form 10-Q 2 May 2025 8:53AM $14.040 $14.230 risen by 1.35%
Brambles Limited (BXB)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Industrials $28,537 Notification of cessation of securities - BXB 2 May 2025 8:43AM $20.570 $20.800 risen by 1.12%
Brambles Limited (BXB)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Industrials $28,537 Update - Notification of buy-back - BXB 2 May 2025 8:30AM $20.570 $20.800 risen by 1.12%
Computershare Limited (CPU)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Industrials $23,021 Update - Notification of buy-back - CPU 2 May 2025 8:28AM $41.080 $39.380 fallen by 4.14%
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Financials $283,920 Change in substantial holding 2 May 2025 8:27AM $167.250 $169.660 risen by 1.44%
Rio Tinto Limited (RIO)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Materials $43,306 Shareholdings of KMP / PDMR 2 May 2025 8:27AM $115.900 $116.660 risen by 0.66%
Rio Tinto Limited (RIO)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Materials $43,306 Results of Rio Tinto annual general meetings 1 May 2025 7:29PM $115.900 $116.660 risen by 0.66%
South32 Limited (S32)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
 Materials $12,771 Notification of cessation of securities - S32 1 May 2025 5:38PM $2.740 $2.830 risen by 3.28%

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Top ASX 50 Latest Research

The latest research on the top 50 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation.
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