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Western Union Co. (WU)

7.11

-0.14 (1.86%)

as of Aug 31, 2026, 2:00:36 pm Market Open.

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Aug 31, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

Western Union Co. (WU-N) has experienced a significant downtrend in the past, but recent signs indicate that it might be bottoming out, trading between $8 and $10. Although some experts see potential for a turnaround if it breaks above previous highs of $9.50 or $10, concerns remain regarding its earnings power and the impact of emerging technologies, particularly AI, on its profitability. The company recently caught attention for its attractive dividend yield of over 10%, which could appeal to investors, especially Canadians looking to hold in an RRSP. However, analysts have noted that while the stock appears cheap at around 5x PE, careful consideration of debt levels and dividend coverage is necessary due to potential risks. Despite these concerns, there is a belief in significant upside potential if the stock holds its ground.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Undervalued

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COMMENT

Hadn't looked at this one in detail before but on the surface, it looks very, very interesting. Trading at its lowest multiple since it was spun out 5 years ago at 11X this year's and10X next year's.

TOP PICK

If you don't have a strong 19 relationship and you need to move money in small sums, this is the way you do it. Extremely well managed.

BUY

Great little company, spin off from EDP. Simple story. People need to send out wires. They deal with a large immigrant population. He likes the business model. They generate a lot of returns and it is a growing industry.

TOP PICK

Rapidly growing business. They are all about transfer of money. Well positioned to capitalized upon the core of eCommerce. Less repatriation of money. Much of business involves people working abroad and sending money back.

DON'T BUY

No mis-pricing here. His model price is $8.43. A negative 59% differential. Basically have no equity and the business requires little to no capital. There is no balance sheet there to really protect them.

BUY

Banks offer the same services, so there is a lot of competition. If they can open up faster than the Banks, this will allow them to compete.

BUY

Probably worth looking at. Has a very unique franchise with the remittance of money globally. Good potential for growth. Great brand name. Limited competition.

TOP PICK

This is a play on globalization. When people move around, they have to move cash around. Operate in over 200 countries. A high margin business.

DON'T BUY

A relatively new spin-off. Trades at about 15 X cash flow, relatively inexpensive compared to its competitors. In the last 2-3 months, we have had a strong market and this company has not participated. In a weakening market, the under performers are the first to get hit.

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