The Western Union Company (WU)

NYSE: WU · Real-Time Price · USD
9.48
+0.12 (1.28%)
Feb 25, 2026, 12:07 PM EST - Market open
Market Cap2.97B -17.1%
Revenue (ttm)4.05B -3.8%
Net Income499.60M -46.5%
EPS1.52 -44.5%
Shares Out 313.45M
PE Ratio6.24
Forward PE5.27
Dividend$0.94 (9.91%)
Ex-Dividend DateMar 17, 2026
Volume2,463,358
Open9.44
Previous Close9.36
Day's Range9.38 - 9.54
52-Week Range7.85 - 11.95
Beta0.54
AnalystsHold
Price Target9.00 (-5.06%)
Earnings DateFeb 20, 2026

About WU

The Western Union Company provides money movement and payment 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 Consumer Services segments offers bill payment services, money order and media network services, retail foreign ex... [Read more]

Sector Financials
IPO Date Oct 2, 2006
Employees 9,100
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol WU
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, The Western Union Company's revenue was $4.05 billion, a decrease of -3.78% compared to the previous year's $4.21 billion. Earnings were $499.60 million, a decrease of -46.52%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 9 analysts, the average rating for WU stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $9.0, which is a decrease of -5.06% from the latest price.

Price Target
$9.0
(-5.06% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Western Union Remains An Income And Value Trap Following Its 2025 Earnings

Western Union faces persistent structural decline in its core money transfer business, with 2025 revenues down 4% YoY and ongoing headwinds from U.S. immigration policies. Digital and consumer service...

4 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Western Union: Attractive 10% Yield From A Remittance Giant Going Digital

The Western Union Company maintains an attractive high yield and demonstrates resilience despite Q4 revenue softness and a challenging macro environment. Adjusted EPS outperformed expectations, and 20...

4 days ago - Seeking Alpha

The Western Union Company (WU) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

The Western Union Company (WU) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

4 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Western Union Stock Drops Amid Q4 Results

Western Union posted fourth‑quarter earnings of 45 cents per share, topping analyst estimates of 43 cents and improving 12.5% from 40 cents a year ago. However, revenue came in at $1.008 billion, miss...

5 days ago - Benzinga

Western Union Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (the “Company” or “Western Union”) (NYSE: WU) today reported fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results. The Company's fourth-quarter revenu...

5 days ago - Business Wire

Western Union: Material Risk From Immigration Measures Outweighed By 5x Earnings Multiple

The sudden announcement of a suspension in U.S. immigrant visa processing is very likely to have a material impact on Western Union. Western Union's management have made broader comments about the neg...

25 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Western Union to Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results on February 20, 2026

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) announced today that Chief Executive Officer, Devin McGranahan, and Chief Financial Officer, Matt Cagwin, will host a webcast and conferen...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

Western Union's 10% Dividend Is Now Reinforced By A Clever Crypto Strategy

Western Union remains deeply undervalued at a 5x forward earnings multiple, despite robust 18% margins and a well-covered 10% dividend yield. WU's core business efficiency is improving, evidenced by a...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

The PayPal Dilemma: Is It The Next AutoZone Or The Next Western Union?

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2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Should You Buy Western Union For Its 9.8% Yield?

The Western Union Company offers a high 9.8% dividend yield, but this reflects deep business challenges and structural decline in its core retail segment. WU's digital pivot and stablecoin launch show...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Western Union Partners With Deutsche Post, Leader in the German Postal Market

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) today announced the launch of its partnership with Deutsche Post, Europe's largest postal network. Cross–border money transfer services wi...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Western Union Announces $0.235 Quarterly Dividend

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.235 per common share, payable December 31, 2025, to s...

2 months ago - Business Wire

The Western Union Company (WU) Presents at UBS Global Technology and AI Conference 2025 Transcript

The Western Union Company (WU) Presents at UBS Global Technology and AI Conference 2025 Transcript

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Western Union: A Cigar Butt With An Outsized Puff Left

WU offers a compelling value opportunity, trading at record-low multiples, with its core business in decline and digital disruption. European retail revitalization and digital growth offset steeper de...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

International Money Express Investor Alert By The Former Attorney General Of Louisiana: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of International Money Express, Inc. - IMXI

NEW YORK CITY & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of ...

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3 months ago - Business Wire

The Western Union Company (WU) Presents at Citi's 14th Annual FinTech Conference Transcript

The Western Union Company ( WU) Citi's 14th Annual FinTech Conference November 19, 2025 9:45 AM EST Company Participants Devin McGranahan - President, CEO & Director Conference Call Participants Brya...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

The Western Union Company (WU) Presents at J.P. Morgan 2025 Ultimate Services Investor Conference Transcript

The Western Union Company ( WU) J.P. Morgan 2025 Ultimate Services Investor Conference November 18, 2025 9:40 AM EST Company Participants Devin McGranahan - President, CEO & Director Conference Call ...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Western Union: A High-Yield Cash Machine At 5x Earnings

Western Union is transforming into a digital-first payments company, with strong Q3'25 results and momentum in digital and Consumer Services segments. Western Union offers a compelling 21% shareholder...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

The Western Union Company (WU) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript

The Western Union Company ( WU) Analyst/Investor Day November 6, 2025 1:00 PM EST Company Participants Tom Hadley - Head of Investor Relations Devin McGranahan - President, CEO & Director Bob Rupczyn...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Final Trades: Apple, Palo Alto Networks, Western Union and the RSPH

The Investment Committee give you thieir top stocks to watch for the second half.

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3 months ago - CNBC Television

Western Union Introduces “Beyond” Strategy and Provides Medium-Term Financial Outlook at Investor Day

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) (“Western Union” or the “Company”) will host an Investor Day event in New York City today at 1:00 p.m. EST. The previously announced eve...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Top 2 Financial Stocks You May Want To Dump This Month

As of Oct. 30, 2025, two stocks in the financial sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

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4 months ago - Benzinga

Western Union to Launch Stablecoin and Cash Off-Ramps for Digital Assets

Western Union plans to launch a new stablecoin and a network designed to enable real-world utility for digital assets. With these products, Western Union aims to “reshape how money moves worldwide,” i...

4 months ago - PYMNTS

Western Union to launch USDPT stablecoin on the Solana blockchain

After weeks of speculation about Western Union piloting the use of stablecoins for cross-border payments, it is now official that the giant money transfer company will launch a US dollar-backed stable...

4 months ago - Invezz

Western Union Announces USDPT Stablecoin on Solana and Digital Asset Network

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (“Western Union”) (NYSE: WU) today announced its plan to launch U.S. Dollar Payment Token (USDPT), its new stablecoin, and an innovative Digital Asse...

4 months ago - Business Wire