About West African Resources Limited (WAF)
West African Resources Limited is a Gold company operating in the Basic Materials sector.
WAF trades on the Australian Securities Exchange and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- A$3.30
- Market Cap
- A$3.78B
- 52-Week High
- A$4.06
- 52-Week Low
- A$2.51
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Gold
A$1,000 Invested in West African Resources Limited (WAF)
How much would A$1,000 invested in WAF be worth today?
What would A$1,000 invested in WAF 1 year ago be worth today?
A A$1,000 investment in West African Resources Limited (WAF) in 2025 would be worth A$1,146 as of November 2026, representing a +14.6% total return.
What would A$1,000 invested in WAF 3 years ago be worth today?
A A$1,000 investment in West African Resources Limited (WAF) in 2023 would be worth A$4,707 as of November 2026, representing a +370.7% total return.
What would A$1,000 invested in WAF 5 years ago be worth today?
A A$1,000 investment in West African Resources Limited (WAF) in 2021 would be worth A$2,679 as of November 2026, representing a +167.9% total return.
What would A$1,000 invested in WAF 10 years ago be worth today?
A A$1,000 investment in West African Resources Limited (WAF) in 2016 would be worth A$11,057 as of November 2026, representing a +1005.7% total return.
What would A$1,000 invested in WAF at IPO be worth today?
A A$1,000 investment in West African Resources Limited (WAF) at IPO would be worth A$12,438 as of November 2026, representing a +1143.8% total return.
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 16+ years (196 months), West African Resources Limited (WAF) has averaged a monthly return of +2.80% with a median return of +0.00%. The stock had 96 positive months (49%) and 89 negative months (45%). The best month in WAF's history was March 2016 with a +154.4% return, while the worst was April 2014 at -33.3%. Historically, March tends to be the strongest month (averaging +15.5%), and November the weakest (-2.2%).
WAF's longest winning streak was 5 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 4 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2016 with a cumulative return of +191.6%, and the worst was 2013 at -56.2%.
Annual Returns
Over 16 years of trading history, West African Resources Limited (WAF) has delivered an average annual return of +30.92% with a median return of +5.51%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +12.95%. The stock posted gains in 8 years (50%) and losses in 8 years (50%).
WAF's best year was 2016 with a +214.29% gain, while the worst was 2013 at -50.00%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 3, and the longest losing streak was 5 years. WAF achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 8 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 7 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +16.11% | A$2.84 | A$3.30 |
| 2025 | +109.06% | A$1.36 | A$2.84 |
| 2024 | +51.85% | A$0.90 | A$1.36 |
| 2023 | -19.57% | A$1.11 | A$0.90 |
| 2022 | -10.98% | A$1.25 | A$1.11 |
| 2021 | +26.32% | A$0.99 | A$1.25 |
| 2020 | +143.02% | A$0.41 | A$0.99 |
| 2019 | +72.00% | A$0.24 | A$0.41 |
| 2018 | -39.02% | A$0.39 | A$0.24 |
| 2017 | +86.36% | A$0.21 | A$0.39 |
| 2016 | +214.29% | A$0.07 | A$0.21 |
| 2015 | -30.00% | A$0.09 | A$0.07 |
| 2014 | -28.57% | A$0.13 | A$0.09 |
| 2013 | -50.00% | A$0.27 | A$0.13 |
| 2012 | -5.08% | A$0.28 | A$0.27 |
| 2011 | -41.00% | A$0.47 | A$0.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions: WAF
What sector is WAF in? ▼
WAF operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically in the Gold industry.
How has WAF performed historically? ▼
Over 16 years of trading history, WAF has posted gains in 8 years (50% of the time). The best year was 2016 with a +214.3% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in WAF? ▼
You can invest in WAF through any brokerage account that offers access to the Australian Securities Exchange. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold WAF.
Last updated: 11/1/2026