WAM Research (ASX:WAX) Shares Outstanding (Basic Average): 207.37 Mil (As of Dec. 2025)


ASX:WAX WAM Research Ltd ASX:WAX
39 GF Score
Price A$1.03
GF Value A$0.01
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is WAM Research Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)?

WAM Research ASX:WAX 39 Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 207.37 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ASX:WAX with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.01 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

Shares outstanding are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them. WAM Research's average basic shares outstanding for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 207.37 Mil.


WAM Research  (ASX:WAX) Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Explanation

A company may buy back shares or issue shares in any fiscal period. If a company buys back shares, we should observe that the total number of shares decline. If the company issues new shares, the number of shares outstanding increases.


Be Aware

Usually the presence of treasury shares and a history of buyback are good indicators that company has competitive advantage. But studies have shown that companies usually buy back at wrong time. Buying back shares below its intrinsic value increases value for remaining shareholders. Buying back overvalued shares destroys value for existing shareholders.


WAM Research Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Related Terms


WAM Research Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for WAM Research's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) can be seen below:

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WAM Research Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Chart

WAM Research Annual Data
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Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
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WAM Research Semi-Annual Data
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WAM Research Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) Calculation

Shares outstanding are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them. They have voting rights and represent ownership in the corporation by the person that holds the shares. They should be distinguished from treasury shares, which are shares held by the corporation itself, having no exercisable rights.

Shares outstanding can be calculated as either basic or fully diluted. The fully diluted shares outstanding count includes diluting securities, such as options, warrants or convertibles.

Please note: GuruFocus named Shares Outstanding (EOP) is the shares for that exact time point. It is usually used to calculate balance sheet related items, such as Book Value per Share, etc. While Shares Outstanding (Diluted Average) and Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) are the weighted average shares over a period of time (a year, a quarter, or so). They are usually used to calculate income statement or cashflow statement related items, such as Earnings per Share (Diluted), etc.

What does a Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) of 207.37 Mil mean?
WAM Research (ASX:WAX) has a Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) of 207.37 Mil as of Dec. 2025. The average shares outstanding over two periods not accounting for dilutive securities like convertible bonds. View historical data on WAM Research and its competitors.
Is WAM Research's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) too high?
WAM Research's current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 207.37 Mil. Overall, WAM Research has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does WAM Research's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) compare to BLK and BX?
WAM Research's Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) of 207.37 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 Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) for an Asset Management company?
A good Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) 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 Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) mean?
A high Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The average shares outstanding over two periods not accounting for dilutive securities like convertible bonds. View historical data on WAM Research and its competitors. WAM Research's current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 207.37 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$1.03 — trading 10150% above its estimated fair value. The current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 207.37 Mil. WAM Research's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) calculated?
Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For WAM Research (ASX:WAX), the current Shares Outstanding (Basic Average) is 207.37 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$1.03 is trading 10150% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.01. GuruFocus considers WAM Research to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:WAX:

  • Shares Outstanding (Basic Average): 207.37 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$0.01 vs. price of A$1.03 (10150% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 39/100 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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