Highlights:
- Western Union's non-GAAP EPS meets expectations, but revenue declines.
- Branded digital revenue increases by 8%, transaction volume up by 14%.
- Analysts project a 14.89% potential upside on WU's stock price.
Western Union (WU, Financial) recently announced its first-quarter earnings, revealing a non-GAAP EPS of $0.41, which met market expectations. Unfortunately, the company experienced a 6.3% decline in revenue year-over-year, bringing in $983.6 million, falling short of estimates by $7.78 million. Despite this, Western Union's branded digital revenue experienced an 8% adjusted increase, with a notable 14% rise in transactions.
Analyst Projections for Western Union
According to the latest insights from 13 financial analysts, Western Union Co (WU, Financial) is expected to reach an average target price of $11.62 over the next year. These projections range from a low of $9.00 to a high of $15.00. Given the current stock price of $10.11, the average target suggests a potential upside of 14.89%. For a more in-depth look at these estimates, please visit the The Western Union Co (WU) Forecast page.
The firm's average brokerage recommendation, sourced from 19 brokerage firms, stands at 3.4, equating to a "Hold" status. This recommendation scale spans from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Sell), providing investors with a clearer view of the market's stance.
Evaluating Western Union's Valuation
GuruFocus' proprietary metrics estimate that the one-year GF Value of The Western Union Co (WU, Financial) is $13.21, indicating a promising upside of 30.66% from the current price of $10.11. The GF Value is a comprehensive fair value estimate based on historical trading multiples, past business growth, and forward-looking performance projections. To explore a more detailed analysis, please consult the The Western Union Co (WU) Summary page.
