Western Union (WU) Stock Overview
Provides money movement payments, and digital financial services in the United States and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 6/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$9.09 |
| 52 Week High | US$10.35 |
| 52 Week Low | US$7.85 |
| Beta | 0.54 |
| 1 Month Change | 4.12% |
| 3 Month Change | -2.99% |
| 1 Year Change | -5.90% |
| 3 Year Change | -24.31% |
| 5 Year Change | -64.04% |
| Change since IPO | -50.33% |
Recent News & Updates
WU: Stablecoin Headwinds Will Be Offset By Digital And Retail Execution
Analysts have trimmed their Western Union price target by about $0.55 to $13.81, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, discount rates and future P/E multiples, as well as concerns that sentiment around stablecoins could weigh on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary points to a mixed backdrop for Western Union, with some analysts focused on headwinds from stablecoin sentiment and others highlighting areas where the company could still support equity value through execution and capital allocation.
WU: Stablecoin Caution And Digital Execution Will Shape Future Earnings Balance
Analysts have adjusted their Western Union target to $9.62, citing slightly higher assumed discount rates, marginally different revenue growth and profit margin estimates, and a small change in projected future P/E as they factor in recent cautious sentiment around stablecoins. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the reset target of US$9.62 as reflecting a more conservative discount rate and P/E framework, which they view as better aligned with current risk sentiment around stablecoins.Western Union: Secular Issue And Competition Point To A Continued Decline
Apr 02Recent updates
WU: Stablecoin Headwinds Will Be Offset By Digital And Retail Execution
Analysts have trimmed their Western Union price target by about $0.55 to $13.81, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, discount rates and future P/E multiples, as well as concerns that sentiment around stablecoins could weigh on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary points to a mixed backdrop for Western Union, with some analysts focused on headwinds from stablecoin sentiment and others highlighting areas where the company could still support equity value through execution and capital allocation.WU: Stablecoin Caution And Digital Execution Will Shape Future Earnings Balance
Analysts have adjusted their Western Union target to $9.62, citing slightly higher assumed discount rates, marginally different revenue growth and profit margin estimates, and a small change in projected future P/E as they factor in recent cautious sentiment around stablecoins. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the reset target of US$9.62 as reflecting a more conservative discount rate and P/E framework, which they view as better aligned with current risk sentiment around stablecoins.Western Union: Secular Issue And Competition Point To A Continued Decline
Apr 02WU: Stablecoin Sentiment And Digital Execution Will Shape Future Earnings Resilience
Analysts have trimmed Western Union's price target to $9.62, reflecting a slightly higher discount rate and a modestly higher assumed future P/E as they factor in potential sentiment headwinds from stablecoins. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that the new target P/E still assumes investors are willing to pay a reasonable multiple for Western Union, suggesting the franchise retains perceived value despite digital and stablecoin pressures.WU: Stablecoin Sentiment And Digital Efforts Will Shape Future Remittance Balance
Analysts have slightly reduced their Western Union price target by $0.08, citing modest adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, and highlighting potential sentiment headwinds related to stablecoins. Analyst Commentary Analysts are framing Western Union's outlook around how digital assets, particularly stablecoins, could influence sentiment, valuation assumptions, and long term growth expectations.WU: Stablecoin Sentiment And Digital Initiatives Will Shape Balanced Remittance Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their Western Union price target slightly to about $9.69 from $9.75, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, as well as growing concerns about stablecoin related competitive pressures on sentiment. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the updated assumptions around revenue and margins as already reflected in the trimmed US$9.69 target, which they view as incorporating a cautious stance on execution.WU: Digital And Retail Remittances Will Offset Stablecoin Sentiment Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their Western Union fair value estimate from about US$14.58 to roughly US$14.36, reflecting updated views on discount rates, profit margins and future P/E, while also weighing recent commentary on stablecoin sentiment headwinds and the company’s plans to grow revenue through 2028. Analyst Commentary Recent research has highlighted a mix of caution around digital asset competition and constructive views on Western Union’s multiyear revenue ambitions.WU: Digital And Retail Shifts Plus Stablecoin Plans Will Shape Remittance Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Western Union to US$9.75 from US$9.63, citing refreshed price targets around US$10 and a clearer plan focused on Retail Money Transfer, Digital Money Transfer and broader Consumer Services growth. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the updated fair value near US$9.75 to US$10 as supported by a clearer plan tied to specific revenue goals through 2028, which they view as helpful for assessing execution risk.WU: Digital Remittances And Stablecoin Plans Will Reshape Long Term Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target for Western Union modestly higher, reflecting updated assumptions around fair value at about $14.58 per share and a slightly lower discount rate as they weigh the company’s outlined plans to grow revenue through improvements in Retail Money Transfer, faster Digital Money Transfer growth, and broader Consumer Services. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research paints a mixed but constructive picture, with bullish analysts highlighting Western Union’s multi‑year revenue ambitions and execution roadmap, while more cautious voices point to policy and industry shifts that could take time to work through.Western Union (NYSE:WU) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.235
Dec 15
WU: Digital And Stablecoin Initiatives Will Shape Remittance Outlook Amid Policy Headwinds
Analysts have modestly lifted their price target on Western Union to $10.00 from $9.00, citing the company’s detailed plan to drive roughly 20% revenue growth through 2028 by strengthening retail money transfers, accelerating digital offerings, and gradually realizing synergies from the Intermex acquisition as policy headwinds ease. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that the updated 2028 revenue framework, calling for roughly 20% top-line growth, provides clearer visibility into Western Union’s multi-year execution path and supports a modest uplift in valuation.WU: Digital Initiatives And Policy Headwinds Will Shape Medium-Term Revenue Expansion
Analysts have raised Western Union’s price target from $9.42 to $9.63, citing a clear growth strategy and steady improvements in key financial metrics. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports have provided both encouraging insights and noted several ongoing risks regarding Western Union’s outlook and execution strategy.WU: Digital Asset Shift And Policy Easing Will Shape Remittance Outlook
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Western Union from $9.32 to $9.42, citing ongoing modernization efforts and expectations for gradual improvement as industry headwinds diminish. Analyst Commentary Industry observers have weighed in on Western Union’s current positioning, highlighting areas of both cautious optimism and lingering concern as the company continues to adapt to structural changes in the money transfer sector.The Western Union Company's (NYSE:WU) Prospects Need A Boost To Lift Shares
Jul 20Western Union (NYSE:WU) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.235
May 28Western Union: Undervalued And Offering A Massive 10% Dividend
Apr 24There Is A Reason The Western Union Company's (NYSE:WU) Price Is Undemanding
Apr 18Western Union: A Very Attractive Risk-To-Reward Ratio
Apr 01Western Union Struggles With Legacy Infrastructure, Yet Oversold
Feb 09Improved Earnings Required Before The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU) Shares Find Their Feet
Dec 30Western Union: Deep Value And Dividend Income
Dec 20The Western Union Company Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Predictions
Oct 26Western Union Has Staying Power, But No Margin Of Safety
Oct 11
Evolve 2025 Strategy Fuels Optimism With Digital Growth And Market Share Gains
Western Union's Evolve 2025 strategy and adoption of machine learning aim to drive transaction growth and enhance digital operations efficiency, impacting revenue growth.Western Union (NYSE:WU) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.235
Aug 19The Western Union Company Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
Aug 02Western Union (NYSE:WU) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.235
Jul 29Western Union: Fully Valued For A Business In Decline
Jul 23Benign Growth For The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU) Underpins Its Share Price
Jun 18Western Union: Clearly In Decline But Tempting 7% Dividend Yield
May 24Shareholder Returns
| WU | US Diversified Financial | US Market | |
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| 7D | -2.6% | 2.0% | -0.2% |
| 1Y | -5.9% | -9.1% | 27.6% |
Return vs Industry: WU exceeded the US Diversified Financial industry which returned -9.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WU underperformed the US Market which returned 27.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WU volatility | |
|---|---|
| WU Average Weekly Movement | 4.5% |
| Diversified Financial Industry Average Movement | 6.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.3% |
Stable Share Price: WU has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: WU's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | 9,600 | Devin McGranahan | www.westernunion.com |
The Western Union Company provides money movement payments, and digital financial services in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Consumer Money Transfer and Consumer Services. The Consumer Money Transfer segment facilitates money transfers for international cross-border and intra-country transfers, primarily through a network of retail agents and owned locations, as well as through websites and mobile devices.
The Western Union Company Fundamentals Summary
| WU fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$2.81b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$440.80m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$4.05b |
6.4x
P/E Ratio0.7x
P/S RatioIs WU overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WU income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$4.05b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$2.59b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.46b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.02b |
| Earnings | US$440.80m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.41 |
| Gross Margin | 36.14% |
| Net Profit Margin | 10.88% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 288.1% |
How did WU perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
10.3%
Current Dividend Yield68%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 22:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
The Western Union Company is covered by 35 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Darrin Peller | Barclays |
| Ramsey El-Assal | Barclays |
| Jason Kupferberg | BofA Global Research |