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CBA acknowledges APRA’s review of progress against Remedial Action Plan
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) acknowledges the outcomes of APRA’s review of the progress made against the Prudential Inquiry Remedial Action...
20 November 2020
Optimistic Aussie farmers spend big on equipment
Farmers across the country are taking advantage of positive weather conditions, low interest rates, and enhanced government support measures.
20 November 2020
There’s a lot to celebrate this Ag Day
As we celebrate National Agriculture Day and all the good that Aussie farmers do, this is also an opportune time to underline the importance and vi...
20 November 2020
Australia’s leading community treasurers announced
Australia’s leading not-for-profit (NFP) treasurers have been recognised for their contribution to the sector, and to the broader community, at Com...
18 November 2020
Economic recovery stronger than first thought
Commonwealth Bank’s Head of Australian Economics, Gareth Aird, has indicated strong fiscal stimulus will help the Australian economy recover quickly.
13 November 2020
Commonwealth Bank hosts virtual customer forum
Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s CEO, Matt Comyn, has hosted the bank’s second customer forum this year – the first to be fully virtual.
13 November 2020
Positive conditions see farming machinery boom
Favourable weather conditions across many parts of Australia has seen a 50 per cent increase in financing for agri machinery as farmers fast track ...
20 November 2020
Spending intentions: A mixed bag in October
Combined CBA and Google data highlights how spending intentions were mixed across different sectors last month, according to CBA’s Chief Economist.
17 November 2020
New research identifies how financial institutions can better address economic and financial abuse
Commonwealth Bank partners with UNSW Sydney to shed light on the prevalence, definition and impact of economic and financial abuse
12 November 2020
Update on COVID-19 temporary loan repayment deferral data
Commonwealth Bank provided an update on its loan repayment deferral data for the month of October 2020 reporting a net reduction of 59% in total lo...
11 November 2020
What is a digital bank?
Synonymous with the world of mobile phones, cloud computing and contactless payments, digital banking has become the go-to label for a new breed of...
11 November 2020
Don’t get scammed in this brave new world
Online scams have become more commonplace than ever before. We detail the best ways to stay vigilant.
11 November 2020
Commonwealth Bank head offices through the years
In 2022, CBA will move into its new head office at Commonwealth Bank Square South in Harbour Street, Sydney. The refurbished building, previously t...
11 November 2020
A CBA soldier’s story
Coming home from World War II didn’t happen overnight and was often a long journey, as one solider (and former Commonwealth Bank staffer) explains.
11 November 2020
CBA women during the war: The home front
WWII changed many things, including the way women in the workforce were perceived.
11 November 2020
CBA at war: Financing the war
The Commonwealth Bank played a significant role in helping fund the war efforts, promoting fund-raising campaigns and advertising the bonds.
11 November 2020
Lest we forget
It’s been 75 years since the end of WWII. And while a lot has happened in the intervening years, the sacrifices made by so many men and women – inc...
11 November 2020
CBA at war: Did you know?
Commonwealth Bank played a significant role in supporting Australia as it navigated World War Two. By the end of the conflict in 1945 – the 75th an...
11 November 2020
CBA in strong position to weather current economic challenges
Disciplined execution of our strategy and strong operational performance continued to deliver good outcomes for our stakeholders during the Septemb...
11 November 2020
x15ventures on the look-out for the next big business idea
x15ventures – Commonwealth Bank’s venture building entity – has rounded up 10 of the country’s best start-ups as part of its new Xccelerate program.
10 November 2020
Card spending surges as restrictions ease and internal borders improve
Spending on services was the dominant driver in a 13 per cent year-on-year increase in overall spending last week, according to latest research fro...
10 November 2020
Australian houses are world's biggest: CommSec Home Size Trends Report
The latest CommSec Home Size Trends Report reveals Australians are again building big houses and apartments.
9 November 2020
US Presidential election result could cause Aussie dollar to rise
Commonwealth Bank’s Head of International Economics, Joseph Capurso, explains what impact the US Presidential Election result may have on the Austr...
6 November 2020
Investors shrug off US Election uncertainty
While a final decision regarding the next President of the United States may still be some time off, CommSec Senior Economist Ryan Felsman, looks a...
6 November 2020
More first home buyers to realise their dream of property ownership through CommBank
Applications now open for First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (New Homes).
5 November 2020
Commonwealth Bank announces its lowest ever fixed rate for customers
Commonwealth Bank is announcing its lowest ever Fixed Rate home loan as well as significant cuts to a number of business loans in response to the R...
4 November 2020
RBA cuts interest rates to deliver economic boost
Commonwealth Bank’s economists, Stephen Halmarick and Gareth Aird, explain what impact these measures will have on the national economy.
3 November 2020
Reserve Bank partners with CBA and others on Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency research project
An industry blockchain project involving the RBA, CBA, NAB, Perpetual and ConsenSys Software.
2 November 2020
CBA announces retirement of the Chairman of Colonial First State
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) today announced that the Chairman of Colonial First State Investments Limited (CFSIL) and Avanteos Investments...
30 October 2020
Millennials embrace telehealth consultations with general practitioners
New data has revealed more than 95 per cent of general practices (GPs) across Australia are now offering telehealth technology in response to the C...
28 October 2020
Melbourne Cup rate cut a firm favourite
A November rate cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia now looks all but certain, according to Commonwealth Bank Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick.
27 October 2020
School children as young as 10 learn how to be cyber savvy
Commonwealth Bank has partnered with the Australian Computing Academy (ACA) to help educate children as young as 10 years of age about cyber security.
27 October 2020
Tas remains on top, ACT lifts and Vic slips: CommSec State of the States
The latest CommSec economic rankings reveal how the pandemic recession is hitting some states and territories harder than others.
26 October 2020
Small businesses are innovating to survive
Pre-pandemic, small businesses represented almost 98 per cent of all companies in Australia. They were, and remain, critical to the health of the n...
23 October 2020
Institutional investors increase demand for 'green' finance
Two green bonds issued this week highlights the growing demand for sustainable finance, according to Commonwealth Bank.
23 October 2020
CBA supports Bribery Prevention Network
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has joined forces with several other ASX-listed companies, government and civil society organisations to launch the ...
21 October 2020
Working from home sees spike in cyber-scams
An increase in the number of Australians working from home due to COVID-19 has resulted in a surge in remote access cyber-scams, Commonwealth Bank ...
20 October 2020
CBA accepting requests for new FHLDS places
From tomorrow, CBA will start accepting new requests from eligible first home buyers purchasing new homes to join the FHLDS: New Home Guarantee wai...
20 October 2020
Uneven recovery continues in September
CBA’s Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick confirms spending intentions largely tracked sideways in September, while expecting future improvements.
20 October 2020
Local support essential for small business recovery
Commonwealth Bank is more than doubling the number of local business bankers in branches across the country, and improving lending services in-bran...
19 October 2020
CBA invests $100 million for Australian Business Growth Fund
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has welcomed today’s announcement by the Federal Government to establish the Australian Business Growth Fund b...
16 October 2020
2020 Commonwealth Bank Annual General Meeting: Chief Executive Officer's Address
Address by Matt Comyn, CEO and Managing Director of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, at the Bank’s 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
13 October 2020
Commonwealth Bank 2020 Annual General Meeting introductory video
Commonwealth Bank 2020 Annual General Meeting introductory video.
13 October 2020
2020 Commonwealth Bank Annual General Meeting: Chairman's Address
Address by Catherine Livingstone AO, Chairman of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, at the Bank’s 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM). The webcast o...
13 October 2020
Brand loyalty: A history of the Commonwealth Bank logo
I go, you go, we go together. What better way to express that as a company than in a logo. Danny John and Steven Politzer report.
12 October 2020
A sight for core "i's"
Customers expect brands to know who they are and translate information and insights into simple, value-add interactions, explains Commonwealth Bank...
12 October 2020
Evolution not revolution
For the first time in decades, Commonwealth Bank of Australia has reimagined its logo to reflect the next chapter in the bank’s history. In a...
12 October 2020
Commonwealth Bank unveils new brand identity
Highlighting the next step in its transformation, Commonwealth Bank has this week unveiled its refreshed brand identity and complementary marketing...
12 October 2020
Commonwealth Bank one step closer to net zero emissions
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has taken another step forward on its journey to carbon neutrality, partnering with the Aboriginal Carbon Foundation.
12 October 2020
COVID-19 temporary loan repayment deferral data for September 2020
An update on CBA's COVID-19 temporary loan repayment deferral data for the month of September 2020, ahead of the Group's Annual General Meeting on ...
12 October 2020
CBA ready for funding spike as SMEs look to future growth
With the second phase of the Federal Government’s SME Guarantee Scheme now underway, CBA is ready for credit demand to increase as businesses...
11 October 2020
CBA recognised for innovation in start-up space
For the ninth consecutive year, Commonwealth Bank has been recognised by AFR BOSS Magazine as one of Australia's Most Innovative Companies, this ye...
9 October 2020
Australians rush to check credit scores amid pandemic
More than half a million Aussies have checked their credit score in the past six months as the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact employment ...
8 October 2020
RBA throws weight behind job creation to beat pandemic blues
Official Cash Rate remains on hold at 0.25 per cent prior to the handing down of the federal budget.
7 October 2020
A Tale of Two Pandemics: Emerging from recession
Commonwealth Bank's Chief Economist, Stephen Halmarick, explains how Australia will emerge from its first recession in almost 30 years.
7 October 2020
"Extraordinary" budget focuses on a jobs-led recovery
Businesses large and small, infrastructure, agriculture and housing feature in fiscal measures designed to lift the economy out of the coronavirus-...
7 October 2020
A Tale of Two Pandemics: The Spanish Flu 1919-1920 - economic impacts and recovery
Exactly 100 years ago, another pandemic - the Spanish flu - brought the country to its knees. Despite the passing of time, economically and sociall...
7 October 2020
CBA welcomes job creation and employment support measures in the 2020 Federal Budget
Measures to support and grow employment announced in the Budget should provide certainty and confidence to help Australians to plan for the future,...
7 October 2020
Budget and low-cost funding to boost business investment
Small businesses have received a much needed confidence boost with the combination of the Federal Government’s 2020 Budget measures and extended Co...
7 October 2020
Commonwealth Bank welcomes extension of the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme
The extension of the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme by the Federal Government has been welcomed by the Commonwealth Bank, which has helped more tha...
3 October 2020
APRA releases loan repayment deferral data for August 2020
An update on CBA's COVID-19 temporary loan repayment deferral data for the month of August 2020.
1 October 2020
The (behavioural) science of budgeting
Does Budgeting and spending money make you anxious? CBA’s Head of Behavioural Economics, Will Mailer, explains how to get on top of your finances.
1 October 2020
Recognise an inspiring educator this World Teachers’ Day
In the lead up to World Teachers’ Day this Monday 5 October, Commonwealth Bank and Australian Schools Plus are calling for students, parents, and s...
1 October 2020
Budget to “dig deep” to support the economy
With the Federal Government set to hand down its 2020/21 Budget next week, Commonwealth Bank’s Head of Australian Economics, Gareth Aird, details w...
30 September 2020
New CommBank app feature predicts future bills to help with budgeting
With an overwhelming number of millennials underestimating their future payments, and recognising they make too many impulse purchases, Bill Sense ...
21 September 2020
CBA enables new cashless payment option for Adelaide commuters
CBA’s innovative payment technology supports the move away from using cash to pay..
20 September 2020
CBA sustainability-linked loan captures international interest
Australia’s first sustainability-linked loan tied to achieving better social outcomes is capturing international interest.
17 September 2020
Australia ranks 18th on ‘cheapest tech’ list
A firm Australian dollar underpinned by the high price of iron ore means Australia is no longer one of the cheapest countries in the world to buy a...
15 September 2020
Recovery in household spending intentions stalls
Greater Melbourne’s stage 4 restrictions impacted household spending intentions in August, according to the CBA’s latest data.
15 September 2020
CBA launches no interest payment card, CommBank Neo
CBA today announced it is launching its first no interest payment card for customers, CommBank Neo.
10 September 2020
Opening remarks to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Economics
Commonwealth Bank Chief Executive Officer Matt Comyn and Deputy CEO David Cohen appeared before the House of Representatives Standing Committee on ...
4 September 2020
x15 calls for start-ups to help young Australians get ahead
Applications are now open for x15ventures’ second Xccelerate pitch event, with the winning idea to receive $150,000 in funding from CBA, as well as...
31 August 2020
Warnie’s baggy green cap finds a new home at Bradman Museum
Following CommBank’s national tour of Shane Warne’s baggy green to raise funds and boost the morale of Australians devastated by bushfires, the cap...
27 August 2020
Small businesses get funds in minutes with BizExpress Online
Thousands of CBA’s small business customers* can now apply for, and access, new loans in as little as 20 minutes, with BizExpress Online.
27 August 2020
CBA recognises tomorrow’s cyber security talent
CommBank has hosted its first ever Virtual CommBank Cyber Prize ceremony, recognising talented students from across five different Australian unive...
26 August 2020
CBA increases parental leave support for employees
CBA provides increased paid leave for parents who experience stillbirth to 12 weeks.
24 August 2020
Renewed restrictions hit business activity
Early data indicates business activity has gone backwards, according to initial results of the latest CBA Purchasing Managers’ Index.
21 August 2020
Household spending intentions improved in July
While the latest data indicates that the recent lockdowns and border closures are clearly slowing the pace of spending, there was solid improvement...
18 August 2020
Commonwealth Bank retains digital leader position
Digital banking is now more commonplace than ever before, with new data showing $1.2 billion is transacted through the CommBank App every single day.
12 August 2020
CBA delivers strong performance in a challenging environment
Commonwealth Bank has unveiled a cash net profit from continuing operations for the 2020 Financial Year of $7.3 billion.
12 August 2020
Supporting communities a critical priority for Commonwealth Bank
To help provide assistance to impacted Australians, Commonwealth Bank launched a number of new support measures.
12 August 2020
Update on Prudential Inquiry Remedial Action Plan
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) today released the Independent Reviewer, Promontory Australia’s, seventh and eighth reports into the progress ...
12 August 2020
CBA pledges new support for people affected by domestic and financial abuse
Commonwealth Bank will increase its support for victims and survivors of domestic and family violence to help them achieve long-term financial inde...
6 August 2020
X15 Ventures launches Backr to help first-time businesses
New app provides businesses with everything they need to hit the ground running.
28 July 2020
CBA teams up with strategic partners to offer new digital services to customers
Commonwealth Bank today announced the appointment of two strategic partners to help deliver new digital banking services to the Group’s 15 million ...
28 July 2020
Tasmania leads the nation: CommSec State of the States
The latest CommSec economic rankings reveal how the state and territory economies have handled the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic.
27 July 2020
Business recovery gathers pace
Improvement in business activity gained momentum this month, according to initial results of the latest CBA Purchasing Managers' Index.
24 July 2020
CommBank overall digital experience leader for mobile banking for the fourth consecutive year
Independent research firm finds CommBank takes the lead, delivering impressive digital experiences and excelling at UX and functionality.
24 July 2020
Start-up givvable gets backing from CBA and Microsoft
A start-up led by a team of two sisters has been named winner of the inaugural Xccelerate2020 venture program hosted by X15 Ventures, taking home a...
24 July 2020
Statement regarding the Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme
Commonwealth Bank's Chief Executive Officer, Matt Comyn, speaks about the Government's Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme
20 July 2020
CBA launches Next Chapter with increased support for people impacted by financial abuse
Commonwealth Bank is extending and expanding its support for people impacted by financial abuse.
19 July 2020
Growing optimism for Aussie farmers
Opportunity for agribusinesses to capitalise on positive outlook.
14 July 2020
Benefits Finder saves customers over $153 million in unclaimed benefits
CommBank app feature saves customers more than $69 million in utility bills and over $84 million in additional income last financial year, and help...
13 July 2020
CBA launches next phase of customer recovery support
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) today launched the next phase of its support to help customers whose finances have been affected by the corona...
8 July 2020
CBA and Our Watch provide free domestic and family violence workplace resources
Employers and people managers across the country will be able to access a range of tools and resources to support employees experiencing domestic a...
7 July 2020
APRA imposes additional licence conditions on CFSIL
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has been informed by Colonial First State Investments Limited (CFSIL) that additional licence conditions have ...
2 July 2020
CBA welcomes Open Banking
Data-driven innovation has the potential to deliver new services and better products to Australian consumers.
1 July 2020
CommBank accepting applications for next round of First Home Loan Deposit Scheme places
Australians can now apply for the next round of places with Commonwealth Bank under the Government's First Home Loan Deposit Scheme.
1 July 2020
CBA staff give $2 million to organisations and charities across Australia
Commonwealth Bank staff will give away more than 200 grants of $10,000 to community organisations and charities across Australia as part of the 202...
29 June 2020
New CommBank app feature to help with money management during coronavirus
Almost half of Australians are greatly concerned about the future impact of coronavirus, particularly in regards to their health and finances.
19 June 2020
CBA to deliver more tailored coronavirus support for customers
Commonwealth Bank is moving to deliver more tailored customer assistance for those affected by coronavirus to continue to provide support which bet...
5 June 2020
Commonwealth Bank welcomes Government's HomeBuilder program
CommBank welcomes the announcement of the new HomeBuilder program which will help boost the economy, support home builders and renovators, and get ...
4 June 2020
CBA moves on technology-facilitated abuse
New Acceptable Use Policy makes digital banking safer for customers.
4 June 2020
Commonwealth Bank 3Q20 trading update
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has today released its trading update for the quarter ended 31 March 2020.
13 May 2020
CBA announces agreement to sell 55% stake in Colonial First State to KKR
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has entered into an agreement with KKR to sell a 55% interest in Colonial First State, implying a total valuation on...
13 May 2020
Update on divestment of Indonesian life insurance business
CBA announces the final regulatory approval for the divestment of CBA’s 80 per cent equity interest in its Indonesian life insurance business has b...
11 May 2020
CBA approves half a billion dollars in SME loans
Commonwealth Bank (CBA) has approved more than $555 million in loans for small and medium businesses through the Government-backed SME Guarantee Lo...
7 May 2020
CBA passes First Home Loan Deposit Scheme milestone
A thousand Australians have now purchased a property with Commonwealth Bank under the Australian Government's First Home Loan Deposit Scheme.
29 April 2020
Further assistance for our Commonwealth Bank passbook customers
Commonwealth Bank is delivering Debit Mastercards to customers who rely on passbooks to withdraw money, to help them during lockdown.
29 April 2020
Divestment of Australian Investment Exchange Ltd (AUSIEX)
CBA announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell AUSIEX to Nomura Research Institute.
28 April 2020
Statement regarding the COVIDSafe app
CBA supports introduction of the new coronavirus phone tracing App, COVIDSafe.
26 April 2020
Statement regarding JobKeeper support for small business
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has opened a dedicated JobKeeper line in its 24/7 Australian-based call centres and launched a customer form on its ...
24 April 2020
A tale of two pandemics: CBA during coronavirus
Holly Pascoe takes a look at the bank's response to the coronavirus and how our people have supported our customers.
22 April 2020
A tale of two pandemics: CBA during the Spanish flu
Danny John and Juli Liddicoat investigate what the world looked like for Commonwealth Bank employees and customers, as seen through the eyes of the...
22 April 2020
Supporting customers in a time of need
Angus Sullivan, Group Executive of Commonwealth Bank’s Retail Bank, shares how the Bank is supporting its retail customers.
17 April 2020
Digital wallet transactions soar amid coronavirus constraints
Latest analysis from the Commonwealth Bank has found digital wallet users spent $1 billion in a record number of transactions in March 2020.
9 April 2020
CBA approves $150 million in business loans
Commonwealth Bank (CBA) has approved more than $150 million in loans for small and medium businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
6 April 2020
CBA's coronavirus support for Home Loan and Credit Card customers
Commonwealth Bank has today announced it will further support home loan and credit card customers impacted by the coronavirus.
2 April 2020
Temporary changes to our branch opening hours
Commonwealth Bank has the largest network of branches around the country which remain open.
2 April 2020
Update on divestment of Australian life insurance business
Commonwealth Bank of Australia announced that it has received further proceeds of approximately $865 million under the revised transaction path for...
1 April 2020
Pulling together to help the country in a time of crisis
Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn writes about the joint efforts of Australia's banking sector, regulators and the Government to combat the economic...
30 March 2020
CBA to deliver more support measures to help more businesses
CBA has expanded its range of support measures for business customers impacted by coronavirus, announcing additional loan repayment deferrals, auto...
30 March 2020
Commonwealth Bank launches coronavirus support campaign
A large scale communication campaign to clearly address our customers’ most common questions and concerns.
26 March 2020
CBA to extend up to $10bn additional support to small businesses
New unsecured business loans available tomorrow – 500 bps lower than current rates.
22 March 2020
CBA: up to $10 billion in repayment deferrals for small business and home loans
Commonwealth Bank (CBA) has today announced further measures to support Australian households and small businesses.
20 March 2020
Commonwealth Bank increases support for business and households
Commonwealth Bank has expanded its support for small businesses and households with a range of new measures in response to today's RBA announcements.
19 March 2020
Support for customers and businesses impacted by COVID-19
Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn has today outlined the range of measures and support available to customers and businesses in response to the spre...
10 March 2020
Commonwealth Bank reduces interest rates for home loan customers
Commonwealth Bank has responded to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) cash rate decision by reducing variable rates by 0.25% p.a.
3 March 2020
Update on Prudential Inquiry Remedial Action Plan
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) today released the Independent Reviewer, Promontory Australia’s, fifth and sixth reports into the progress of ...
12 February 2020
Profit result builds on Commonwealth Bank's core strengths
Commonwealth Bank has delivered a solid profit result for the first half of the 2020 financial year by building on the core strength of its retail ...
12 February 2020
CBA's Baggy Green Tour to support bushfire recovery
CBA kicks off national tour of Shane Warne’s baggy green to raise money for bushfire recovery
11 February 2020
CBA launches venture building entity X15
Commonwealth Bank has today launched X15 Ventures, an Australian technology venture building entity, designed to deliver new digital solutions to b...
3 February 2020
Klarna launches in Australia with CBA
Commonwealth Bank customers will be able to benefit immediately from using one of the world’s largest and most innovative buy now pay later online ...
30 January 2020
CBA buys Shane Warne's baggy green to raise $1 million for bushfire relief
Australia's all-time leading Test wicket-taker Shane Warne has auctioned his iconic baggy green for $1,007,500 after a winning bid from CBA, with a...
10 January 2020
CBA expands on the ground support for fire victims
From today Commonwealth Bank will accept applications for Bushfire Recovery Grants and has announced it expects to fund projects worth at least $10...
9 January 2020
CBA donates $1 million to bushfire recovery
Commonwealth Bank will donate $1 million towards bushfire disaster relief efforts including grants to help support local communities and a donation...
6 January 2020
Rural Aid and CBA roll 296 bales of hay into drought-stricken Armidale
Following CBA’s donation to Rural Aid for the 2019 CommBank Christmas Drought Appeal, the much needed hay was delivered on road trains and distribu...
12 December 2019
