The Western Union Company
WU
Rank in Stocks
#5697
Western Union operates as a global financial services provider, specializing in... Western Union operates as a global financial services provider, specializing in fund transfers and diverse payment solutions. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Consumer-to-Consumer and Business Solutions. The Consumer-to-Consumer division enables individuals to send money to other individuals, primarily leveraging an extensive network of independent agents and sub-agents. This service covers both international transfers across borders and domestic transactions within a single country, as well as digital transfers facilitated through its websites and mobile applications. Conversely, the Business Solutions segment offers payment and foreign exchange services tailored for small and medium-sized businesses, various organizations, and even individuals. These services predominantly involve cross-border and cross-currency transactions and include financial tools like foreign currency forward and option contracts. Additionally, the company provides bill payment services, allowing individual customers to make payments to businesses and other organizations, alongside offering money orders and other related financial services. Western Union was founded in 1851 and its corporate headquarters are located in Denver, Colorado.
Share Price
$6.86
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$2.14B
Change (1 day)
-0.36%
Change (1 year)
-23.06%
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Operating Margin for The Western Union Company (WU)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 16.20%
According to The Western Union Company's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 16.20%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 19.41%.
Operating Margin history for The Western Union Company from 2001 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 16.20% | -16.54% |
| 2025 | 19.41% | 12.59% |
| 2024 | 17.24% | -8.10% |
| 2023 | 18.76% | -5.11% |
| 2022 | 19.77% | -10.74% |
| 2021 | 22.15% | 10.69% |
| 2020 | 20.01% | 13.37% |
| 2019 | 17.65% | -12.06% |
| 2018 | 20.07% | 134.19% |
| 2017 | 8.57% | -3.92% |
| 2016 | 8.92% | -55.91% |
| 2015 | 20.23% | -0.54% |
| 2014 | 20.34% | 1.80% |
| 2013 | 19.98% | -14.91% |
| 2012 | 23.48% | -6.90% |
| 2011 | 25.22% | 0.72% |
| 2010 | 25.04% | -0.75% |
| 2009 | 25.23% | -1.64% |
| 2008 | 25.65% | -4.93% |
| 2007 | 26.98% | -8.04% |
| 2006 | 29.34% | -7.82% |
| 2005 | 31.83% | -68.17% |
| 2004 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2003 | 100.00% | 233.11% |
| 2002 | 30.02% | 4.75% |
| 2001 | 28.66% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61.24% | -96.22% |
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| 58.76% | -96.37% |
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| 27.55% | -98.30% |
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| 21.12% | -98.70% |
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| 39.84% | -97.54% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about The Western Union Company's operating margin
What is The Western Union Company's operating margin?
The Western Union Company's operating margin is 16.20%, as of Nov 2026.
What was The Western Union Company's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, The Western Union Company's operating margin was 19.41%, compared with 17.24% in 2024.
How has The Western Union Company's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, The Western Union Company's operating margin was highest in 2021 (22.15%) and lowest in 2024 (17.24%).
How does The Western Union Company's operating margin compare with similar companies?
The Western Union Company's operating margin (16.20%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Visa Inc., with 61.24%.