| Metric | Value ($ M) | Q1 FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 948.70 | 1.1% |
| Total Income | 948.70 | 1.1% |
| Expenditure | 859.70 | 6.6% |
| PBT | 90.10 | 38.8% |
| Net Profit | 64.70 | 47.6% |
| OPM | 12.96% | 5.93pp |
| NPM | 6.82% | 6.34pp |
| EPS | 0.21 | 43.2% |
Western Union Reports Q1 2026 Results
24 Apr 2026 · 24 Apr, 5:05 pm
Summary
The Western Union Company reported its first quarter 2026 financial results, with revenue of $983 million, flat compared to the prior year on a GAAP basis. Adjusted revenue decreased 1%, driven by growth in Consumer Services and Branded Digital businesses, offset by macro pressure in the Americas retail business. First quarter GAAP EPS was $0.20, down from $0.36 in the prior year period, while adjusted EPS was $0.25, down from $0.41. The company is reaffirming its financial outlook for full year 2026, expecting GAAP revenue growth of 5% to 8% and adjusted revenue growth of 6% to 9%.
Key Highlights
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Western Union's first-quarter revenue was $983 million, flat compared to the prior year on a GAAP basis.
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Consumer Services GAAP revenue grew 24%, or 33% on an adjusted basis, in the first quarter.
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Branded Digital revenue increased 9% on a GAAP basis, and 6% on an adjusted basis, with transaction growth of 21% in the first quarter.
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First quarter GAAP EPS was $0.20, down from $0.36 in the prior year period.
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Adjusted EPS was $0.25 in the first quarter, down from $0.41 in the prior year period.
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GAAP and adjusted operating margin in the quarter was 13%, compared to 18% and 19% in the prior year period, respectively.
Management Comments
Devin McGranahan
"First quarter results reflect the continued challenges in our Americas retail business as well as a few discrete items affecting the quarter. Looking ahead, the pending acquisition of Intermex is expected to strengthen our retail capabilities in the Americas, our stablecoin launch will modernize our payment systems, and continued investment in our digital channel is preparing us for a more digitally-focused future."
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