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Willis Towers Watson Public Limited CompanyNasdaqGS:WTW Stock Report

Market Cap US$23.8b
Share Price
US$256.36
US$354.74
27.7% undervalued intrinsic discount
1Y-16.5%
7D0.7%
Portfolio Value
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Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company

NasdaqGS:WTW Stock Report

Market Cap: US$23.8b

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Price History & Performance

Summary of share price highs, lows and changes for Willis Towers Watson
Historical stock prices
Current Share PriceUS$258.07
52 Week HighUS$352.79
52 Week LowUS$246.61
Beta0.45
1 Month Change-9.53%
3 Month Change-21.81%
1 Year Change-16.53%
3 Year Change13.02%
5 Year Change-1.93%
Change since IPO486.88%

Recent News & Updates

Narrative Update May 01

WTW: AI Productivity And Margin Durability Will Support Upside Beyond Sector Reset

Willis Towers Watson's analyst price targets have shifted lower, reflected in an updated fair value estimate moving from about $370.63 to $354.74, as analysts factor in a series of recent target cuts, balanced against mixed views on AI risks and the resilience of the broker business model. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Willis Towers Watson reflects a mix of optimism about the company’s execution and resilience, alongside caution around sector headwinds and valuation reset.

Recent updates

Narrative Update May 01

WTW: AI Productivity And Margin Durability Will Support Upside Beyond Sector Reset

Willis Towers Watson's analyst price targets have shifted lower, reflected in an updated fair value estimate moving from about $370.63 to $354.74, as analysts factor in a series of recent target cuts, balanced against mixed views on AI risks and the resilience of the broker business model. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Willis Towers Watson reflects a mix of optimism about the company’s execution and resilience, alongside caution around sector headwinds and valuation reset.
Narrative Update Mar 27

WTW: AI Productivity And Margin Durability Will Drive Upside In Softer P&C Cycle

Analysts have inched up their blended price target for Willis Towers Watson to $370.63, with recent research pointing to AI as a productivity tool that could support margins and to what they see as resilient broker business fundamentals despite earlier sector weakness. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Willis Towers Watson highlights a split view, with some firms pointing to resilience in the broker model and AI as a support for margins, while others focus on softer pricing trends and sector wide pressures on growth and valuation.
Seeking Alpha Mar 19

AI Disruption Fears Create An Opportunity In Willis Towers Watson

Summary Willis Towers Watson remains a buy, with AI disruption fears overblown given its commercial focus and value-added human capital. Q4 results were strong: organic growth of 6%, operating margin expanded 80 bps to 36.9%, and free cash flow yield is ~6.2%. WTW's Newfront acquisition enhances AI capabilities, with modest near-term dilution but expected accretion and synergy realization by 2027. A solid balance sheet, ongoing buybacks, and mid-single-digit organic growth support a fair value estimate of $320–$360, offering >11% upside. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Mar 11

WTW: Differentiated Underwriting And Margin Durability Will Drive Upside In Softer P&C Cycle

The updated analyst price target for Willis Towers Watson edges down by about $2.60 to roughly $369, as analysts recalibrate assumptions around sector wide P&C softness, AI related headwinds, and the importance of underwriting differentiation and margin resilience. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Willis Towers Watson points to a mixed setup, with target prices adjusted both higher and lower as investors weigh softer P&C pricing, AI related pressures, and the importance of underwriting and margin quality.
Narrative Update Feb 24

WTW: Softer P&C Cycle Will Test Broker Margins Yet Support Upside

Analysts have made a modest downward adjustment to their Willis Towers Watson price target, with updated assumptions reflecting slightly higher revenue growth and profit margin expectations, alongside a lower future P/E multiple of about 20.8x, consistent with mixed recent Street revisions that include both target raises and cuts. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Willis Towers Watson reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets in both directions.
Narrative Update Feb 09

WTW: Softer P&C Cycle Will Test Broker Resilience And Execution

Analysts lifted their price targets on Willis Towers Watson by a few dollars to the mid US$370s, citing refreshed models that reflect a slightly higher fair value estimate, modestly stronger assumed revenue growth, and a somewhat lower future P/E multiple despite a small increase in the discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a mixed but generally constructive tone around Willis Towers Watson, with several firms moving price targets into the low to high US$300s and one firm taking a more cautious stance with a lower target.
Narrative Update Jan 26

WTW: Softer P&C Cycle Will Test Broker Margins And Execution

Analysts have made only a marginal adjustment to their price targets on Willis Towers Watson, with a small pullback led by a US$20 cut at Cantor Fitzgerald, partly offset by a series of modest increases from other firms that reflect updated views on insurance pricing, broker organic growth and margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Willis Towers Watson points to a mixed, but generally constructive, tone around the shares, with several firms lifting valuation targets while a smaller group trims expectations based on sector and company specific factors.
Narrative Update Jan 12

WTW: Softer P&C Cycle Will Shape Future Earnings Power

Narrative Update: Willis Towers Watson Analyst Price Target Shift Analysts have modestly adjusted their view on Willis Towers Watson, with the intrinsic value estimate easing by about US$2 to roughly US$369 per share. Slightly higher discount rates and margin pressure offset expectations for somewhat stronger revenue growth and a higher future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update Nov 01

WTW: Free Cash Flow Will Support Margin Expansion Through 2027

Analysts have slightly lowered their fair value price target for Willis Towers Watson to $371.61 from $374.44. This change reflects mixed results in recent quarterly performance and evolving sector fundamentals.
Narrative Update Oct 18

AI And Cybersecurity Will Expand Advanced Risk Consulting

Analysts have modestly raised their fair value estimate for Willis Towers Watson, increasing the price target by approximately $6 to $374. They cite ongoing margin improvement, steady revenue growth, and sector resilience amid macro uncertainties.
Narrative Update Oct 03

AI And Cybersecurity Will Expand Advanced Risk Consulting

Willis Towers Watson's fair value estimate has increased modestly from $364.50 to $368.78. Analysts point to sustained margin expansion and solid sector fundamentals supporting a higher price target for the firm.
Seeking Alpha Apr 24

Willis Towers Watson: Solid Q1, But A Full Valuation

Summary Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company shares rose 24% over the past year, driven by its stable business model and minimal economic cyclicality. Q1 results showed solid performance with 5% organic revenue growth and improved operating margins, despite a 5% revenue decline due to the TRANZACT sale. WTW maintains a strong balance sheet, targets $1.5 billion in buybacks, and offers a 5-6% capital return yield, primarily through buybacks. Despite solid fundamentals, WTW's valuation appears full, leading to a hold rating as shares are near fair value with limited upside potential. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jan 14

Willis Towers Watson: The Bull Case Remains Intact

Summary Willis Towers Watson shares have returned 15% since my initial Buy recommendation was published on February 12, 2024. WTW stock's rise has been driven by solid earnings performance and moderate multiple expansion. The company recently completed a divestiture of its direct-to-consumer business, which is expected to help improve margins going forward. WTW continues to trade at a valuation discount to the broader market and peers. I reiterate my Buy rating on WTW. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Shareholder Returns

WTWUS InsuranceUS Market
7D0.7%-1.3%2.1%
1Y-16.5%-10.0%30.6%

Return vs Industry: WTW underperformed the US Insurance industry which returned -9.8% over the past year.

Return vs Market: WTW underperformed the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.

Price Volatility

Is WTW's price volatile compared to industry and market?
WTW volatility
WTW Average Weekly Movement5.8%
Insurance Industry Average Movement4.4%
Market Average Movement7.2%
10% most volatile stocks in US Market16.1%
10% least volatile stocks in US Market3.2%

Stable Share Price: WTW has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.

Volatility Over Time: WTW's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.

About the Company

FoundedEmployeesCEOWebsite
182847,000Carl Hesswww.wtwco.com

Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company operates as an advisory, broking, and solutions company worldwide. The company operates through two segments: Health, Wealth & Career and Risk & Broking. It offers strategy and design consulting, plan management service and support, broking and administration services for health, wellbeing, and other group benefit programs, including medical, dental, disability, life, voluntary benefits, and other coverages; actuarial support, plan design, and administrative services for pension and retirement savings plans; retirement consulting services and solutions; and integrated solutions that consists of investment discretionary management, pension administration, core actuarial, and communication and change management assistance services.

Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company Fundamentals Summary

How do Willis Towers Watson's earnings and revenue compare to its market cap?
WTW fundamental statistics
Market capUS$23.84b
Earnings (TTM)US$1.67b
Revenue (TTM)US$9.90b
14.6x
P/E Ratio
2.5x
P/S Ratio

Earnings & Revenue

Key profitability statistics from the latest earnings report (TTM)
WTW income statement (TTM)
RevenueUS$9.90b
Cost of RevenueUS$5.70b
Gross ProfitUS$4.20b
Other ExpensesUS$2.53b
EarningsUS$1.67b

Last Reported Earnings

Mar 31, 2026

Next Earnings Date

n/a

Earnings per share (EPS)17.65
Gross Margin42.41%
Net Profit Margin16.84%
Debt/Equity Ratio78.2%

How did WTW perform over the long term?

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Dividends

1.5%
Current Dividend Yield
16%
Payout Ratio

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 21:56
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.

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Analyst Sources

Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company is covered by 31 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Mark MarconBaird
Taylor ScottBarclays
null nullBMO Capital Markets Equity Research