Qantas (QAN) Stock Price, Fundamentals & Analysis

What QAN does

Qantas (QAN) is a stock listed on the ASX that provides air transportation services in Australia and internationally. The company operates through Qantas Domestic, Qantas International, Jetstar Group, and Qantas Loyalty segments, offering passengers and air freight services alongside customer loyalty recognition programs. It operates under the Qantas and Jetstar brands and also provides freight services and runs a frequent flyer loyalty program. Founded in 1920 and headquartered in Mascot, Australia, Qantas is part of the ASX 200 index and is a major player in the Airlines industry within the Industrials sector.

Key numbers explained

• The current price of 8.93 AUD represents the latest trading price of one share on the ASX.
• The trailing P/E ratio of 10.6 divides the current share price by the last 12 months of earnings per share (0.84 AUD), showing how much investors pay per dollar of recent earnings.
• The forward P/E ratio of 7 uses expected future earnings, suggesting a lower valuation if those forecasts hold.
• The dividend yield of 4.43% indicates the annual dividend payment as a percentage of the current share price, reflecting the income return for shareholders.
• The ex-dividend date of Sep 15, 2026 is the cutoff to own the stock and receive the next dividend payment.
• The beta of 0.59 measures the stock's volatility relative to the market, with values below 1 suggesting lower sensitivity to market swings.
• The debt-to-equity ratio of 688.3% compares total debt to shareholders' equity, highlighting the company's leverage level.
• The return on equity of 112.7% shows how effectively the company generates profit from shareholders' equity.

What to watch

Investors tracking Qantas often monitor the Airlines industry and its peers, including Virgin Australia Holdings (VGN), to understand sector dynamics. The stock's performance within the ASX 200 can reflect broader market sentiment toward industrials and travel-related companies. Key factors include fuel price fluctuations, international travel demand, currency movements, and competitive pressures within the Australian and international aviation markets. The company's revenue growth of 7.9% year over year and its 25.52 mld. AUD trailing 12-month revenue provide a baseline for assessing operational scale. The next earnings report is scheduled for Aug 27, 2026, which typically prompts closer attention to updated financial guidance.