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Western Union

Attention (50-day avg)0%

Attention rank (50-day avg)#1,438

Bullish sentiment (50-day avg)48%

Price to earnings ratio4.98

Market capitalization1.9B

Earnings per share1.24

Dividend yield (TTM)15.5%

Revenue (annual)4.1B

Net income (annual)499.6M

Social

What share of all stock conversation is about WU?

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Attention	0% new	0% 0	0% 0	0.01% +0

Aug 4

Western Union's stock is surging on takeover speculation, with some analysts suggesting a $10 per share buyout.
The company has a 14% safe dividend yield, making it an attractive investment option, according to some market observers.
Western Union's stock price is also influenced by rumors of a takeover bid, with some analysts suggesting the company is undervalued and could trade higher, potentially reaching $22.50 after the IMXI deal closes.

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Sentiment

Of the messages about WU that take a side, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Bullish	100%	18.18% -29.73	35.75% -42.8	96.58% +6.65
Bearish	0%	81.82% +29.73	64.25% +42.8	3.42% -6.65

Bullish· Aug 4

The Western Union Company (WU) has a safe dividend yield of 14% compared to the S&P 500 (SPY), making it an attractive investment opportunity.
WU's strategic review following a private equity approach has led to a surge in the stock, with some analysts predicting a takeover bid of $10.00 per share.
WU's cash flow and dividend yield make it a "cash cow" with potential for significant growth, and some analysts predict it could reach $22.50 per share after the IMXI deal closes.

Bearish· Mar 24

Western Union's business model may be vulnerable to declining commissions due to reduced loan volumes.
The company's historical trend of flat net income may not be sufficient to justify its current price.
Western Union's business is not directly impacted by loan defaults, which could be a significant concern for other companies.

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Topics

Of the messages about WU that carry a topic, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y
Announcements	—	100%	47.58%	0.44%
Macro	—	0%	51.61%	49.71%
Technical Analysis	—	0%	0.81%	0.3%
Controversies	—	0%	0%	0.04%
Earnings	—	0%	0%	0.51%
Analysts	—	0%	0%	49%

Earnings· Feb 20

Western Union ($WU) reported Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.45, beating estimates by 4.7% and showing a 13% YoY increase.
The company reported Q4 revenue of $1.01B, missing estimates by 2.7% and showing a 5% YoY decline.
Western Union forecasts full-year 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.75-$1.85 and revenue growth of 6%-9%, with GAAP EPS expected at $1.50-$1.60.

Analysts· Feb 11

Credit Suisse maintains an underperform rating on WU with a price target of $23.00.
Wells Fargo upgrades WU to equal weight with a price target of $25.00.
Morgan Stanley maintains an underweight rating on WU with a price target of $20.00.

Announcements· Oct 28

Western Union plans to launch a dollar-backed stablecoin called USDPT on the Solana blockchain in the first half of 2026, issued by Anchorage Digital Bank.
The stablecoin, aimed at 100 million customers, will enable faster and cheaper global money transfers, detaching from local currency fluctuations and risks.
Western Union's entry into the stablecoin market marks a significant move into crypto payments, with the company aiming to capitalize on the growing trend.

Controversies· Jan 19

Western Union has agreed to pay $586 million to resolve investigations into its involvement in wire fraud and other violations.
The settlement stems from an investigation that found Western Union was "willfully failing to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program," according to the Justice Department.
Western Union has admitted to violating money-laundering laws and has agreed to forfeit $586 million in the settlement, which also resolves consumer fraud charges.

Macro· Mar 24

Western Union faces increasing competition in the digital payments space, with companies like PayPal, Block, and Google Pay expanding their reach.
The company's traditional money transfer business may be threatened by cheaper alternatives, with Wise reportedly moving more money than WU and remittance no longer being Wise's primary business.
Western Union's failure to engage in the digital payments space, such as by adopting crypto for cross-border transfers, may lead to a decline in its business model.

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Community

Of the messages about WU, what share comes from each group?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Regulars	50%	29.13%	37.08%	8.2%
Newcomers	50%	70.87%	62.92%	91.8%

Regulars· Jul 30

The Western Union Company's (WU) Q2 2026 earnings report showed a 32.43% YoY decline in GAAP EPS to $0.25 and a 1.26% YoY decline in revenue to $1.01B.
The company's financial outlook for 2026 projects GAAP revenue growth of 3-5%, adjusted revenue growth of 4-6%, and adjusted EPS of $1.25-$1.35.
Analysts and regulars expect a dividend cut, which would significantly impact the stock's price, with some predicting a drop to under $5 if the dividend is cut.

Newcomers· Aug 4

Newcomers are discussing a potential $10/share buyout for Western Union, which has caused the stock to surge.
The takeover rumors are being fueled by Western Union's launch of a strategic review and the company's guidance being solid in its conference call.
Some newcomers are questioning the validity of the takeover rumors, with one user stating that Western Union is "far from a dying company" and should be trading at a much higher price.

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News

Cantor Fitzgerald cuts Western Union stock price target on deal delay

1d agoInvesting.com

Western Union (WU) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

Western Union (WU) closed at $6.18 in the latest trading session, marking a +2.49% move from the prior day.

4d agoYahoo Finance

Analysts Offer Insights on Financial Companies: Progressive (PGR) and Western Union (WU)

Tipranks Press Release.

4d agoThe Globe and Mail

Intermex drops for a 3rd day; Citi says Western Union wants deal to get done (IMXI:NASDAQ)

5d agoSeeking Alpha

Western Union (WU) Could Be 14% Undervalued Following Its Soft Q2 Update

Event-driven focus on Western Union stock Western Union (WU) is in the spotlight after a soft Q2, with revenue and earnings guidance falling short of analyst expectations while management prepares deeper cost cuts for the second half of 2026. Western Union has seen momentum fade, with the share price down 16.8% over the past 30 days and 34.0% year to date after the soft Q2 update. The 1 year total shareholder return of 16.1% and 5 year total shareholder return of 55.0% highlight a longer...

5d agoYahoo Finance

Western Union (WU) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note

Western Union (WU) concluded the recent trading session at $6.09, signifying a -2.09% move from its prior day's close.

6d agoYahoo Finance

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Western Union Co.

Financial Services
Credit Services

The Western Union Company is a financial services company that specializes in money movement, payments, and digital financial services for consumers and businesses. The Western Union Company operates a global transfer network that supports domestic and international remittances, bill payments, and other cross-border payment solutions through retail locations, agent partners, and digital channels. Its business is organized around consumer money transfer and consumer services, serving individual customers, financial institutions, and enterprise clients across a wide range of markets. The company also provides digital tools and payment options designed to make sending and receiving money more accessible in both developed and emerging economies. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, The Western Union Company plays a significant role in the global financial infrastructure by connecting people and institutions through secure, widely distributed transaction services.

Website

Location

7001 East Belleview Avenue

Denver, CO, 80237

United States

Social

What share of all stock conversation is about WU?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Attention	0% new	0% 0	0% 0	0.01% +0

Aug 4

Western Union's stock is surging on takeover speculation, with some analysts suggesting a $10 per share buyout.
The company has a 14% safe dividend yield, making it an attractive investment option, according to some market observers.
Western Union's stock price is also influenced by rumors of a takeover bid, with some analysts suggesting the company is undervalued and could trade higher, potentially reaching $22.50 after the IMXI deal closes.

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Sentiment

Of the messages about WU that take a side, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Bullish	100%	18.18% -29.73	35.75% -42.8	96.58% +6.65
Bearish	0%	81.82% +29.73	64.25% +42.8	3.42% -6.65

Bullish· Aug 4

The Western Union Company (WU) has a safe dividend yield of 14% compared to the S&P 500 (SPY), making it an attractive investment opportunity.
WU's strategic review following a private equity approach has led to a surge in the stock, with some analysts predicting a takeover bid of $10.00 per share.
WU's cash flow and dividend yield make it a "cash cow" with potential for significant growth, and some analysts predict it could reach $22.50 per share after the IMXI deal closes.

Bearish· Mar 24

Western Union's business model may be vulnerable to declining commissions due to reduced loan volumes.
The company's historical trend of flat net income may not be sufficient to justify its current price.
Western Union's business is not directly impacted by loan defaults, which could be a significant concern for other companies.

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Topics

Of the messages about WU that carry a topic, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y
Announcements	—	100%	47.58%	0.44%
Macro	—	0%	51.61%	49.71%
Technical Analysis	—	0%	0.81%	0.3%
Controversies	—	0%	0%	0.04%
Earnings	—	0%	0%	0.51%
Analysts	—	0%	0%	49%

Earnings· Feb 20

Western Union ($WU) reported Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.45, beating estimates by 4.7% and showing a 13% YoY increase.
The company reported Q4 revenue of $1.01B, missing estimates by 2.7% and showing a 5% YoY decline.
Western Union forecasts full-year 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.75-$1.85 and revenue growth of 6%-9%, with GAAP EPS expected at $1.50-$1.60.

Analysts· Feb 11

Credit Suisse maintains an underperform rating on WU with a price target of $23.00.
Wells Fargo upgrades WU to equal weight with a price target of $25.00.
Morgan Stanley maintains an underweight rating on WU with a price target of $20.00.

Announcements· Oct 28

Western Union plans to launch a dollar-backed stablecoin called USDPT on the Solana blockchain in the first half of 2026, issued by Anchorage Digital Bank.
The stablecoin, aimed at 100 million customers, will enable faster and cheaper global money transfers, detaching from local currency fluctuations and risks.
Western Union's entry into the stablecoin market marks a significant move into crypto payments, with the company aiming to capitalize on the growing trend.

Controversies· Jan 19

Western Union has agreed to pay $586 million to resolve investigations into its involvement in wire fraud and other violations.
The settlement stems from an investigation that found Western Union was "willfully failing to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program," according to the Justice Department.
Western Union has admitted to violating money-laundering laws and has agreed to forfeit $586 million in the settlement, which also resolves consumer fraud charges.

Macro· Mar 24

Western Union faces increasing competition in the digital payments space, with companies like PayPal, Block, and Google Pay expanding their reach.
The company's traditional money transfer business may be threatened by cheaper alternatives, with Wise reportedly moving more money than WU and remittance no longer being Wise's primary business.
Western Union's failure to engage in the digital payments space, such as by adopting crypto for cross-border transfers, may lead to a decline in its business model.

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Community

Of the messages about WU, what share comes from each group?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Regulars	50%	29.13%	37.08%	8.2%
Newcomers	50%	70.87%	62.92%	91.8%

Regulars· Jul 30

The Western Union Company's (WU) Q2 2026 earnings report showed a 32.43% YoY decline in GAAP EPS to $0.25 and a 1.26% YoY decline in revenue to $1.01B.
The company's financial outlook for 2026 projects GAAP revenue growth of 3-5%, adjusted revenue growth of 4-6%, and adjusted EPS of $1.25-$1.35.
Analysts and regulars expect a dividend cut, which would significantly impact the stock's price, with some predicting a drop to under $5 if the dividend is cut.

Newcomers· Aug 4

Newcomers are discussing a potential $10/share buyout for Western Union, which has caused the stock to surge.
The takeover rumors are being fueled by Western Union's launch of a strategic review and the company's guidance being solid in its conference call.
Some newcomers are questioning the validity of the takeover rumors, with one user stating that Western Union is "far from a dying company" and should be trading at a much higher price.

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Western Union

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Aug 4

Bullish· Aug 4

Bearish· Mar 24

Earnings· Feb 20

Analysts· Feb 11

Announcements· Oct 28

Controversies· Jan 19

Macro· Mar 24

Regulars· Jul 30

Newcomers· Aug 4

Cantor Fitzgerald cuts Western Union stock price target on deal delay

Western Union (WU) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

Analysts Offer Insights on Financial Companies: Progressive (PGR) and Western Union (WU)

Intermex drops for a 3rd day; Citi says Western Union wants deal to get done (IMXI:NASDAQ)

Western Union (WU) Could Be 14% Undervalued Following Its Soft Q2 Update

Western Union (WU) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note

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Western Union Co.

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Cantor Fitzgerald cuts Western Union stock price target on deal delay

Western Union (WU) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

Analysts Offer Insights on Financial Companies: Progressive (PGR) and Western Union (WU)

Intermex drops for a 3rd day; Citi says Western Union wants deal to get done (IMXI:NASDAQ)

Western Union (WU) Could Be 14% Undervalued Following Its Soft Q2 Update

Western Union (WU) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note

Also Discussed

Social

Aug 4

Bullish· Aug 4

Bearish· Mar 24

Earnings· Feb 20

Analysts· Feb 11

Announcements· Oct 28

Controversies· Jan 19

Macro· Mar 24

Regulars· Jul 30

Newcomers· Aug 4