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S&P/ASX 20 (ASX:XTL)

Top 20 ASX Companies

4,944 39.8 (0.81%)

The S&P/ASX 20 is a prestigious Australian stock market index that represents the top 20 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation. For retail investors, understanding the S&P/ASX 20 is essential as it includes Australia's largest and most influential companies, providing a clear picture of the nation's economic powerhouses. This index encompasses a variety of sectors such as banking, resources, and consumer goods, reflecting the strength and stability of Australia's key industries. By following the S&P/ASX 20, you can gain valuable insights into the performance of Australia's leading blue-chip stocks.

Investing in the S&P/ASX 20 offers an opportunity to focus on the cream of the crop within the Australian market. These top-tier companies are known for their robust financial health, consistent dividends, and significant market influence. For retail investors, the S&P/ASX 20 is an excellent way to build a solid investment portfolio with reduced risk, as it includes companies that are well-established and financially sound. Whether you are considering direct stock purchases or investing through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track this index, the S&P/ASX 20 provides a reliable benchmark for assessing the performance of Australia's most powerful corporations
Other indexes: ASX 50 ASX 100 ASX 200 ASX 300

XTL Share Price Chart

Daily Movement

Date Open Close High Low Change
15 Aug 2025 4,904 4,944 4,946 4,900 0.81%
14 Aug 2025 4,882 4,904 4,930 4,882 0.45%
13 Aug 2025 4,934 4,882 4,940 4,874 -1.06%
12 Aug 2025 4,908 4,934 4,938 4,904 0.55%
11 Aug 2025 4,870 4,908 4,908 4,870 0.76%
8 Aug 2025 4,897 4,870 4,897 4,866 -0.54%
7 Aug 2025 4,910 4,897 4,911 4,891 -0.27%

Daily Movement (%)

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Key features of the S&P/ASX 20 index

Top 20 Companies: The S&P/ASX 20 index includes the largest 20 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation, representing the elite segment of Australian businesses.

Sector Representation: The index covers a diverse range of sectors including banking, resources, consumer goods, and more, providing a snapshot of Australia's most significant industries.

Economic Indicator: It serves as a crucial indicator of the overall performance and health of the Australian economy, reflecting the strength and stability of its leading companies.

Blue-Chip Stocks: The S&P/ASX 20 is composed of blue-chip stocks, known for their strong financial performance, stability, and consistent dividend payments, making it a favored choice for investors seeking reliable returns.

Investment Benchmark: This index is widely used as a benchmark for Australian equity portfolios, helping investors measure the performance of their investments against a high standard.

High Liquidity: Companies in the S&P/ASX 20 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 20 Companies & Share Prices

Top 20 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
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Volume
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Dividend
Yield
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Financials $281,426 $168.170 $172.380 $175.470 2,987,305 2,675,257 1,921,444 -2.44% 11.66% 2.81%
BHP Group Limited (BHP) Materials $212,989 $41.960 $41.466 $40.533 7,346,111 6,888,992 7,544,545 1.19% 6.64% 4.56%
CSL Limited (CSL) Health Care $130,916 $270.370 $267.630 $265.588 550,167 598,859 760,202 1.02% -8.13% 1.58%
Westpac Banking Corporation (WBC) Financials $125,903 $36.810 $35.138 $33.848 9,978,294 6,756,919 4,340,135 4.76% 47.68% 4.48%
National Australia Bank Limited (NAB) Financials $120,040 $39.190 $38.848 $38.411 5,971,871 4,730,140 4,119,406 0.88% 26.25% 4.45%
Wesfarmers Limited (WES) Consumer Discretionary $101,407 $89.400 $88.724 $85.886 1,409,488 1,905,018 1,469,890 0.76% -26.01% 2.29%
ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ANZ) Financials $98,695 $33.080 $32.124 $30.902 9,227,096 7,615,619 5,148,944 2.98% 21.16% 5.21%
Macquarie Group Limited (MQG) Financials $82,863 $217.410 $214.956 $217.358 505,568 519,105 603,929 1.14% -2.61% 3.05%
Goodman Group (GMG) Real Estate $72,898 $35.890 $35.560 $35.105 2,673,613 2,276,409 2,371,453 0.93% 17.45% 0.85%
Telstra Group Limited (TLS) Communication Services $55,559 $4.880 $4.934 $4.946 42,507,602 30,194,222 22,037,493 -1.09% 40.78% 3.71%

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Sector Breakdown

The industry sector breakdown of the top 20 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation.
Created with Highcharts 10.2.1Chart context menuFinancials: 35.0 %Financials: 35.0 %Materials: 20.0 %Materials: 20.0 %Industrials: 10.0 %Industrials: 10.0 %Real Estate: 10.0 %Real Estate: 10.0 %Energy: 5.0 %Energy: 5.0 %Communication Services: 5.0 %Communication Services: 5.0 %Consumer Discretionary: 5.0 %Consumer Discretionary: 5.0 %Consumer Staple: 5.0 %Consumer Staple: 5.0 %Health Care: 5.0 %Health Care: 5.0 %FinancialsMaterialsIndustrialsReal EstateEnergyCommunication ServicesConsumer DiscretionaryConsumer StapleHealth Care

Top ASX 20 Latest Announcements

The latest announcements by the top 20 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by market capitalisation.
Company Sector Market Cap ($m) Headline Release
date/time+
Price at
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Insurance Australia Group Limited (IAG)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Financials $20,909 Change of Director's Interest Notice - Nick Hawkins 15 Aug 2025 7:13PM $8.840 $8.840 fallen by 0%
Telstra Group Limited (TLS)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Communication Services $55,559 TLS FYR Presentation Transcript 15 Aug 2025 4:15PM $4.880 $4.880 fallen by 0%
Amcor Plc (AMC)
CDI 1:1 FOREIGN EXEMPT NYSE
Materials $9,370 Dividend/Distribution - AMC 15 Aug 2025 8:21AM $15.060 $13.600 fallen by 9.69%
Amcor Plc (AMC)
CDI 1:1 FOREIGN EXEMPT NYSE
Materials $9,370 Form 8K - 4Q 25 Results 15 Aug 2025 8:21AM $15.060 $13.600 fallen by 9.69%
ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ANZ)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Financials $98,695 Pillar 3 / 3Q25 Chart Pack 15 Aug 2025 8:07AM $32.500 $33.080 risen by 1.78%
ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ANZ)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Financials $98,695 APS 330 Pillar 3 Disclosure at 30 June 2025 15 Aug 2025 8:02AM $32.500 $33.080 risen by 1.78%
ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ANZ)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Financials $98,695 Cleansing Notice 14 Aug 2025 5:01PM $32.500 $33.080 risen by 1.78%
Suncorp Group Limited (SUN)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Financials $22,753 FY25 Results Presentation and Speaking Notes 14 Aug 2025 1:24PM $20.635 $21.010 risen by 1.82%
South32 Limited (S32)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Materials $13,331 Mozal Aluminium Update 14 Aug 2025 8:32AM $3.060 $2.960 fallen by 3.27%
Telstra Group Limited (TLS)
ORDINARY FULLY PAID
Communication Services $55,559 Notification of buy-back - TLS 14 Aug 2025 8:05AM $4.980 $4.880 fallen by 2.01%

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