Western Union Co., The
The Western Union Company is a provider of cross-border, cross-currency money movement, payments, and digital financial services, empowering consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments. Its segments include Consumer Money Transfer and Consumer Services. The Consumer Money Transfer segment facilitates money transfers, which are primarily sent from its retail agent and owned locations worldwide or through Websites and mobile devices. Its money transfer service is provided through one interconnected global network. This service is available for international cross-border transfers and, in certain countries, intra-country transfers. The Consumer Services segment includes the Company’s bill payment services, money order services, retail foreign exchange services, media network, prepaid cards, lending partnerships, and digital wallets. The Company provides its services primarily through a network of agent locations in more than 200 countries and territories.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts suggest keeping Western Union's stock as it has limited growth potential for now.
Financial Health
Western Union is successfully generating revenue and cash flow, indicating a stable financial performance.
Dividend
Western Union's high dividend yield of 10.48% makes it very appealing for those seeking regular income from their investments. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $94.00 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Berkshire Hathaway Stock B Model: Diversification Risks
As African economies expand, local demand for products from iconic global companies may continue to rise. This basket offers potential exposure to a selection of leading US-listed firms with significant business operations and consumer markets in Nigeria and across the continent.
Published: September 29, 2025
Explore BasketRiding The Remittance M&A Wave
Western Union's acquisition of Intermex for $500 million signals a major consolidation in the cross-border remittance market. This theme focuses on other payment and remittance companies that could benefit from this industry trend, either as potential acquisition targets or as key partners for larger players.
Published: August 11, 2025
Explore BasketWhy You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Global payments network
A broad agent footprint and cross-border rails support remittances and bill services, though network costs and regional regulation can affect margins.
Digital growth potential
Shifting transactions to mobile and online platforms could lower costs and expand reach, but competition from agile fintechs makes outcomes uncertain.
FX and fee drivers
Revenue depends on fee structures and FX spreads; currency swings and regulatory caps can materially influence results.
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