BWP Trust profit surges as distributions and portfolio quality rise in FY26

The BWP Trust (ASX: BWP) share price is in focus today after the company reported a 3% lift in revenue to $209.3 million and a 53.8% surge in statutory net profit after tax to $408.4 million for the year ended 30 June 2026.

What did BWP Trust report?

• Revenue rose 3.0% to $209.3 million
• Statutory net profit after tax (including fair value movements) jumped 53.8% to $408.4 million
• Funds from operations (FFO) up 4.5% to $140.9 million; FFO per security rose 2.1% to 19.29 cents
• Total FY26 distributions rose 4.1% to 19.41 cents per security
• Net tangible assets per security increased 3.3% to $4.11
• BWP’s credit rating upgraded by Moody’s to A3 (stable)

What else do investors need to know?

BWP Trust continued to focus on its internalised management structure in FY26, aiming to strengthen alignment between the board, management, and securityholders. The company completed several reset activities over the year, including the acquisition of NPR, resets and extensions to major leases, and a $228 million equity raising.

Portfolio activity included the divestment of non-core assets in Morley, Port Kennedy, and Chadstone, as well as ongoing developments at key sites such as Fountain Gate and Broadmeadows. BWP also acquired two fully leased large format retail centres in Queensland and Victoria, directing its strategy towards growth in this sector.

Looking ahead to the AGM on 29 October 2026, BWP is also progressing its planning for compliance with emerging sustainability and climate-related financial disclosure standards.

What’s next for BWP Trust?

Management expects rental income in FY27 to primarily come from well-known tenants in the Wesfarmers Group and national large-format retail operators. Demand for Bunnings Warehouse properties is expected to be steady, underpinned by strong leasing covenants.

BWP has guided to a FY27 distribution of 20.00 cents per security, roughly 3% growth on FY26. Focus areas for the new year include repurposing former Bunnings sites, capturing positive lease reversions, and targeted asset acquisitions, all while maintaining prudent gearing levels and a payout ratio between 90% and 110% of FFO.

BWP Trust share price snapshot

The BWP share price has marginally outperformed the S&P/ASX 200 index (ASX: XJO) over the last 12 months with a modest 4.5% gain.

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