Wiley John & Sons (WLYB) Stock
Global academic publisher with digital learning platforms. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Wiley John & Sons in October 2026.
John Wiley & Sons Inc (WLYB) is a global academic publisher and education services provider with a market capitalisation of about $2.00B. The business supplies scholarly journals, textbooks, online research platforms and digital learning tools to universities, researchers and professionals. Revenue is a mix of subscription/licence income from libraries and institutions, course materials and continuing education products. Wiley has been shifting from print to higher-margin digital and platform offerings, which can support steadier recurring revenue, though growth depends on research funding, enrolment trends and institutional budgets. Key risks include competition, the rise of open-access publishing, pricing pressures for library subscriptions and foreign-exchange exposure. Investors should note that past performance is not a guide to future returns; values can rise and fall. This summary is for educational purposes only and not personalised investment advice — consult a qualified adviser before making investment decisions.
Wiley John & Sons (WLYB) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$63.00
+17.3% vs today's $53.71
Price range over the last 12 months
Close to its 12-month high
Analysts covering Wiley John & Sons have a consensus 12-month target of $63.00, above the current price of $53.71.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 28 Oct 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying Wiley's stock, expecting it to rise from its current price of $86.
Financial Health
Wiley John & Sons is performing well with strong revenue and profit margins, indicating solid financial stability.
Dividend
Wiley John & Sons Inc's dividend yield of 1.65% offers moderate income potential for investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $16.50 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Recurring revenue mix
Subscription and licensing income can provide steadier cash flow, though institutional budgets and pricing pressure may affect growth.
Global research demand
Long-term demand for research and professional learning supports content consumption, but funding cycles and regional variations matter.
Digital transformation
Shift to online platforms improves margins and engagement, yet execution, competition and open-access trends create uncertainty.
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