This year has seen another solid performance from ANZ. Our profit after tax was up 13% to a new record of $4,180 million, and we increased our 2007 dividend by 9% to 136 cents per share. Our track record in delivering for each of our major stakeholders was recognised in September when we were rated the leading bank globally in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index.
ANZ is leading the way in providing convenient, simple and responsible banking products and services for our customers.
ANZ's focus on developing its People and Culture has created the most engaged banking workforce in Australia and New Zealand.
ANZ has made a long-term commitment to improving the financial literacy of some of the most disadvantaged people in society.
ANZ is focused on minimising its environmental footprint and has committed to become Carbon Neutral in Australia and New Zealand by end 2009.
2007 - 4,180
2007 - 55,382
2007 - 136
2007 - 210