WU Stock Recent News

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (the “Company” or “Western Union”) (NYSE: WU) today reported second quarter 2025 financial results. The Company's second-quarter revenue of $1.03 billion decreased 4% on a reported basis and adjusted revenue, excluding Iraq, decreased 1%. The decrease in revenue was largely driven by a slowdown in our North America retail business and lower revenue from Iraq, partially offset by growth in our Branded Digital and Consumer Services businesses. “W.

Western Union's share price continues to fall in spite of a relatively stable core business that enjoys very healthy margins. The CEO's recent interview on stablecoins and their proposed use by the firm has given a temporary boost to the stock. I do not believe that Western Union implementing stablecoins is an idea that will generate any benefit for long-term shareholders.

Western Union is deeply undervalued, with a forward P/E under 5 and a sustainable 10.96% dividend yield, despite negative market sentiment. The business remains profitable and indispensable in many regions, showing consistent transaction growth even as revenue has pulled back slightly. Regulatory and political risks, like the US excise tax, have been mitigated and are unlikely to significantly impact Western Union's global business.

Western Union (WU) concluded the recent trading session at $8.82, signifying a +2.56% move from its prior day's close.

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Besides Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates for Western Union (WU), review projections for some of its key metrics to gain a deeper understanding of how the company might have fared during the quarter ended June 2025.

Western Union (WU) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock suggests that there could be more strength down the road.

Devin McGranahan, CEO of Western Union, says stablecoins provide an opportunity for the company to innovate as they have been doing for 175 years. He speaks with Romain Bostick and Scarlet Fu on 'Bloomberg: The Close.

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