How to buy NAB shares in 2025
National Australia Bank ($NAB) serves banking and financial needs globally, offering personal, business and corporate banking solutions.👉 Read on to learn about NAB and how to buy $NAB shares in a few easy steps.
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How to buy NAB stock in 5 steps
When investing in shares - whether NAB 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 NAB is right for you, then consider the following steps.
1. Open an investing account
To buy NAB 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 NAB.
2. Fund your account
Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy NAB 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 NAB
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 NAB shares
The next step is to place an order for the number of NAB 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 NAB shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for NAB shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.
NAB company overview
National Australia Bank is a leading bank in Australia, founded in 1858 and known for its extensive range of financial services. Catering to over 8 million customers, NAB offers personal accounts, business banking, private wealth management and corporate financial solutions. Their presence spans Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the U.K. and the U.S.
NAB share price performance
The NAB share price was A$33.21 (+0.27%) as of market close.
NAB customer activity on Stake
Trades | 10,616 |
Watchlist | 9,385 |
Views | 330,105 |
Data updated as of March 15, 2025.
Key metrics for NAB
Get a breakdown of NAB’s financial metrics.
Latest market close | A$33.21 |
Market capitalisation | A$101.99B |
PE Ratio | 14.91 |
Earnings per share | A$222.70 |
Day change | +0.27% |
52-week high | A$41.68 |
52-week low | A$32.60 |
Data updated as of March 15, 2025.
Schedule a recurring investment in NAB
Put your favourites on repeat - like NAB - 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 NAB pay dividends?
Yes, NAB pays dividends.
The most recent dividend payment date was December 16, 2024 and the dividend per share was A$0.85.
Dividend yield | 5.09% |
Dividend per share | A$0.85 |
Ex-dividend date | November 12, 2024 |
Dividend payment date | December 16, 2024 |
Franking percentage | 100.00% |
Data updated as of March 15, 2025.

How to sell NAB shares?
The process of selling NAB shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own NAB shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find NAB
- 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 NAB shares?
Like any investment, NAB 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 $NAB shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.
What are some similar stocks to NAB?
Commonwealth Bank of Australia ($CBA): The largest bank in Australia, CBA offers a wide range of financial services, from retail banking to institutional banking. Westpac Banking Corporation ($WBC): Westpac provides comprehensive banking and financial services, including personal banking, business banking and wealth management across Australia and New Zealand. Australia and New Zealand Banking Group ($ANZ): ANZ offers diverse banking services, including retail, commercial and institutional banking, with a focus on both domestic and international markets.
What are some ETFs that hold NAB?
Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF ($VAS): Tracks the performance of the ASX 300 Index. Other major holdings include Commonwealth Bank and BHP Group. SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Fund ($STW): Mirrors the S&P/ASX 200 Index. It includes Commonwealth Bank and CSL among its top holdings. iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF ($IOZ): Tracks the S&P/ASX 200 Index. Notable holdings include Commonwealth Bank and CSL.
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NAB 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 NAB
- 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.
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.