Bank capital, as published by the RBA, peaked in December 2009 at $190 Billion. As of May 2010, that capital has reduced to $176 Billion.
With both the Westpac and NAB publically stating that commercial lending was declining, it will be a surprise if the bank reporting will be all that positive.
Also, separately, the banks report their impaired assets and bad and doubtful debt provisions. (As of 31st March 2010).
Michael Cornips
General Advice Warning