Soul Patts


Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited, trading as Soul Patts, is an Australian investment company. With origins in pharmacy operations, the company has evolved to become an investment company with a diverse portfolio in various asset classes.

History

In 1872, Caleb Soul and his son Washington Handley opened a pharmacy store in Pitt Street, Sydney. In 1886, Lewy Pattinson opened a pharmacy in Balmain. In April 1902, Pattinson bought Soul out with the business incorporated as Washington H Soul Pattinson & Company Limited.
On 21 January 1903, the company was listed on the Sydney Stock Exchange.
In June 2021, terms were agreed to purchase Milton Corporation.
In June 2025, Soul Patts and Brickworks, that already held a 26% stake in Soul Patts, agreed to a $14 billion merger. The deal is subject to shareholder approval. Upon completion of the acquisition in September, Soul Patts owns 72% of the merged entity.

Investments

Current

Soul Patts' larger investments include:
The following individuals have served as chairmen of the company:
OrdinalOfficerholderTerm startTerm endTime in officeNotes
1Lewy Pattinson19031905 years
2Thomas Hughes19061929 years
Lewy Pattinson1929unknown
3
4William Frederick Pattinson19571969 years
5Jim Millner19691999 years
6Robert Millner1999incumbent years