The Wesfarmers story
Wesfarmers has long recognised the value of sustainable business practices. Sustainability is integral to how we do business, and we continue to strive for innovative and efficient approaches to improve our social, environmental and economic performance.
About Wesfarmers
The durability of our company is reflected in our history. With origins in 1914 as a Western Australian farmers’ cooperative, Wesfarmers has grown into one of Australia’s largest listed companies. Our diverse business operations now include supermarkets; department stores; home improvement and office supplies; coal mining; insurance; chemicals, energy and fertilisers; and industrial and safety products. We are one of Australia’s largest employers and have a shareholder base of approximately 500,000 direct shareholders.
Sustainability is an important part of our history and is a critical element in our future success.
Securities exchange listing
Wesfarmers Limited is a company limited by shares that is incorporated and domiciled in Australia.
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) listing codes:
- Wesfarmers (WES)
- Wesfarmers Partially Protected Shares (WESN)