How to buy Commonwealth Bank shares in 2025
Commonwealth Bank of Australia ($CBA) provides comprehensive financial services, including retail, premium, business and institutional banking, superannuation, insurance and share-broking to Australia and New Zealand.👉 Read on to learn about Commonwealth Bank and how to buy $CBA shares in a few easy steps.
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How to buy Commonwealth Bank stock in 5 steps
When investing in shares - whether CBA or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Commonwealth Bank is right for you, then consider the following steps.
1. Open an investing account
To buy Commonwealth Bank stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up for an investing platform with access to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the ASX and Wall St markets, including CBA.
2. Fund your account
Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy CBA shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or set up a recurring deposit using PayTo.
3. Search for Commonwealth Bank or CBA
Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.
4. Place an order for CBA shares
The next step is to place an order for the number of Commonwealth Bank shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.
5. Monitor your investment
Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.
Put it on repeat?
If you intend to regularly purchase CBA shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for Commonwealth Bank shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.
Commonwealth Bank company overview
Commonwealth Bank of Australia is a leading provider of integrated financial services in Australia and New Zealand, servicing over 17 million customers. CBA’s offerings span retail banking services, business banking, institutional banking and markets. Through its subsidiary ASB, it also has a significant presence in New Zealand. Historically rooted in Australia since its inception under the Commonwealth Bank Act in 1911, CBA has evolved to become a cornerstone of the Australian financial sector.
Commonwealth Bank share price performance
The Commonwealth Bank share price was A$159.32 (+1.21%) as of market close.
Commonwealth Bank customer activity on Stake
| Trades | 19,293 |
| Watchlist | 20,057 |
| Views | 712,760 |
Data updated as of April 20, 2025.
Key metrics for Commonwealth Bank
Get a breakdown of Commonwealth Bank’s financial metrics.
| Latest market close | A$159.32 |
| Market capitalisation | A$269.84B |
| PE Ratio | 28.56 |
| Earnings per share | A$557.80 |
| Day change | +1.21% |
| 52-week high | A$167.92 |
| 52-week low | A$112.39 |
Data updated as of April 20, 2025.
Schedule a recurring investment in Commonwealth Bank
Put your favourites on repeat - like Commonwealth Bank - with a recurring investment on Stake. It’s a great way to build towards long-term goals and a convenient method to stay consistent with your investing habits.
You’re always in control, it’s easy to hit pause or skip a scheduled order.
Does Commonwealth Bank pay dividends?
Yes, Commonwealth Bank pays dividends.
The most recent dividend payment date was March 28, 2025 and the dividend per share was A$2.25.
| Dividend yield | 2.95% |
| Dividend per share | A$2.25 |
| Ex-dividend date | February 19, 2025 |
| Dividend payment date | March 28, 2025 |
| Franking percentage | 100.00% |
Data updated as of April 20, 2025.
How to sell Commonwealth Bank shares?
The process of selling Commonwealth Bank shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own CBA shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Commonwealth Bank
- Select Sell
- Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
- Review your Sell order
- Follow the prompts to submit your order
Watch this video to see just how simple it is to buy and sell shares on Stake.
Is it a good time to buy Commonwealth Bank shares?
Like any investment, Commonwealth Bank may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.
You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $CBA shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.
What are some similar stocks to CBA?
Westpac Banking Corporation ($WBC): Westpac is one of Australia’s top banks. It offers a wide range of financial services, from personal and business banking to wealth management. National Australia Bank ($NAB): NAB provides comprehensive financial services, including banking, investment, insurance and wealth management. It's a key player in both Australia and New Zealand. Australia and New Zealand Banking Group ($ANZ): ANZ offers banking and financial products and services to individuals, businesses, institutional customers and governments, predominantly in Australia and New Zealand.
What are some ETFs that hold CBA?
iShares S&P/ASX 200 ETF ($IOZ): Tracks the performance of the S&P/ASX 200 Index, holding large-cap Australian stocks, with a significant allocation to financials like CBA, Westpac and ANZ. Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF ($VAS): Monitors the S&P/ASX 300 Index, covering large, mid and small-cap segments. It holds CBA along with top Australian companies from various sectors. SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Fund ($STW): Replicates the S&P/ASX 200 Index. This ETF includes major Australian stocks, providing diversified exposure to the local market with significant financial sector holdings, including CBA.
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Commonwealth Bank Common Questions
- Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
- Activate Stake aus
- Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
- Place a buy order for Commonwealth Bank
- Monitor your investment
Once you’ve made an initial purchase, subsequent buys of the same stock can be as low as A$20, encouraging flexibility for growing your investment portfolio.
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This is for information purposes only and is not a recommendation to invest in the securities listed. Such information is not intended to constitute financial advice and no agency or advisory relationship is created between you and Stake as a result of having access to or using the Information. This information does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. You agree that neither Stake nor any third party provider is responsible for any investment decisions or for any damages or other losses resulting from the use of the Information. As always, do your own research before making any investment decisions and consider seeking advice from a licensed financial adviser. No representation or warranty is made as to the timeliness, reliability, accuracy or completeness of the material and Stake does not accept any responsibility arising from errors in, or omissions from, the data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.