Commonwealth Bank of Australia's (ASX:CBA) valuation is "unjustifiable," as the bank's shares continue to climb despite concerns over its high price, according to a Friday report by The Australian, citing Morningstar Equity Market.

Morningstar's analyst Lochlan Halloway said that while CBA's latest earnings met expectations, the premium investors are willing to pay for its earnings is excessive.

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