WAM Research (ASX:WAX) Marketable Securities: A$195.10 Mil (As of Dec. 2025)

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GF Value A$0.01
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What is WAM Research Marketable Securities?

WAM Research ASX:WAX -0.95% 30 Marketable Securities is A$195.10 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ASX:WAX with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.01 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

Marketable Securities are very liquid securities that can be converted into cash quickly at a reasonable price. WAM Research's Marketable Securities for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was A$195.10 Mil.

WAM Research  (ASX:WAX) Marketable Securities Explanation

Marketable Securities are very liquid as they tend to have maturities of less than one year. Furthermore, the rate at which these securities can be bought or sold has little effect on their prices.

Please note, GuruFocus' Marketable Securities also includes "Other Short Term Investment".

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WAM Research Marketable Securities Historical Data

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WAM Research Marketable Securities Chart

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WAM Research Marketable Securities Calculation

Marketable Securities are very liquid securities that can be converted into cash quickly at a reasonable price.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Marketable Securities →
What does a Marketable Securities of A$195.10 Mil mean?
WAM Research (ASX:WAX) has a Marketable Securities of A$195.10 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Marketable securities are high-liquid securites not directly classified as cash or cash equivalents. View historical data on WAM Research and its competitors.
Is WAM Research's Marketable Securities too high?
WAM Research's current Marketable Securities is A$195.10 Mil. Overall, WAM Research has a GF Score™ of 30/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does WAM Research's Marketable Securities compare to BLK and BX?
WAM Research's Marketable Securities of A$195.10 Mil can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Marketable Securities for an Asset Management company?
A good Marketable Securities depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Marketable Securities should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Marketable Securities mean?
A high Marketable Securities can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Marketable securities are high-liquid securites not directly classified as cash or cash equivalents. View historical data on WAM Research and its competitors. WAM Research's current Marketable Securities is A$195.10 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is WAM Research stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WAM Research (ASX:WAX) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.01, compared to a current price of A$1.05 — trading 10350% above its estimated fair value. The current Marketable Securities is A$195.10 Mil. WAM Research's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Marketable Securities calculated?
Marketable Securities is calculated from a company's financial statements. For WAM Research (ASX:WAX), the current Marketable Securities is A$195.10 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is WAM Research (ASX:WAX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WAM Research stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$1.05 is trading 10350% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.01. GuruFocus considers WAM Research to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:WAX:

  • Marketable Securities: A$195.10 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$0.01 vs. price of A$1.05 (10350% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 30/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:WAX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

WAM Research Business Description

Address 1 Farrer Place, Level 26, Governor Phillip Tower, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
WAM Research Ltd is engaged in making investments in listed companies, including cash, term deposits, and equity investments. The company's investment objectives are to deliver a stream of fully franked dividends and to achieve a high real rate of return, comprising both income and capital growth, within the risk parameters acceptable.
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