Willis Towers Watson Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 3/6
Willis Towers Watson is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 1.34% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 15th July, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 30th June, 2026.
Key information
1.3%
Dividend yield
6.7%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 8.0% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 1.4% |
| Dividend Growth | 6.7% |
| Next dividend pay date | 15 Jul 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 30 Jun 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 16% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 03
WTW: AI Productivity And Specialty Focus Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Willis Towers Watson by about $20 to $334. This reflects updated assumptions around slightly slower revenue growth, a modestly higher discount rate, a somewhat higher profit margin, and a lower future P/E, even as recent research includes both target cuts and a couple of rating upgrades.Seeking Alpha • Jun 03
Willis Towers Watson: Unfairly Punished After A Cyclical Hiccup
Summary Willis Towers Watson remains a 'buy' despite a 20% share price decline and persistent AI disintermediation fears. WTW's bespoke insurance broking and consulting model is less vulnerable to rapid AI disruption than commoditized segments; AI also enhances internal productivity. Q1 results showed muted 3% organic growth, but 19% EPS growth and expanding margins, supported by buybacks and cost efficiency. With a strong balance sheet, 7% free cash flow yield, and fair value estimated at $300–320, I expect ~12% long-term returns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative 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.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 AlphaStability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: WTW's dividend payments have been volatile in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: WTW's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Willis Towers Watson Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (WTW) | 1.3% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.3% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.1% |
| Industry Average (Insurance) | 2.4% |
| Analyst forecast (WTW) (up to 3 years) | 1.4% |
Notable Dividend: WTW's dividend (1.34%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.35%).
High Dividend: WTW's dividend (1.34%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.12%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its low payout ratio (16.3%), WTW's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its low cash payout ratio (23.1%), WTW's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/06 07:29 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/02 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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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Analyst Sources
Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company is covered by 30 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.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Mark Marcon | Baird |
| Taylor Scott | Barclays |
| Michael Zaremski | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |