
Western Union Co
NYSE:WU

Western Union Co
Net Income (Common)
Western Union Co
Net Income (Common) Peer Comparison
Competitors Analysis
Latest Figures & CAGR of Competitors
Company | Net Income (Common) | CAGR 3Y | CAGR 5Y | CAGR 10Y | ||
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Western Union Co
NYSE:WU
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Net Income (Common)
$934.2m
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CAGR 3-Years
5%
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CAGR 5-Years
-2%
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CAGR 10-Years
1%
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Mastercard Inc
NYSE:MA
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Net Income (Common)
$12.9B
|
CAGR 3-Years
14%
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CAGR 5-Years
10%
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CAGR 10-Years
14%
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Visa Inc
NYSE:V
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Net Income (Common)
$19.7B
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CAGR 3-Years
15%
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CAGR 5-Years
11%
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CAGR 10-Years
13%
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Automatic Data Processing Inc
NASDAQ:ADP
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Net Income (Common)
$3.9B
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CAGR 3-Years
13%
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CAGR 5-Years
10%
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CAGR 10-Years
11%
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PayPal Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:PYPL
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Net Income (Common)
$4.1B
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CAGR 3-Years
0%
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CAGR 5-Years
11%
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CAGR 10-Years
26%
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Fiserv Inc
NYSE:FI
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Net Income (Common)
$3.1B
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CAGR 3-Years
33%
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CAGR 5-Years
29%
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CAGR 10-Years
15%
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Western Union Co
Glance View
Western Union Co., a venerable name in the realm of financial services, has long shaped the landscape of global money transfers. The company, born in the mid-19th century, initially gained prominence through its foundational role in developing the telegraph system. Over time, Western Union evolved, discarding its communications arm in favor of revolutionizing the way money moves around the world. Positioned as a bridge between continents, the firm's primary business involves enabling swift and reliable cross-border remittance services. The intricate web of over 500,000 agent locations in more than 200 countries and territories underscores its operational breadth, making it a linchpin in facilitating both personal and business-related money transfers. The company's revenue model is multifaceted. It primarily earns through service fees imposed on each transaction, which vary based on factors like transfer location, speed, and method of payment. Additionally, Western Union capitalizes on foreign exchange margins; it buys currencies at wholesale rates and sells them at retail prices, capturing the spread as income. This dual revenue stream of transaction fees and currency conversion profits sustains its financial engine. While today's digital age presents challenges from cutting-edge fintech startups, Western Union remains steadfast, investing in digital platforms and partnerships to maintain its position in the ever-evolving financial services industry.

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What is Western Union Co's Net Income (Common)?
Net Income (Common)
934.2m
USD
Based on the financial report for Dec 31, 2024, Western Union Co's Net Income (Common) amounts to 934.2m USD.
What is Western Union Co's Net Income (Common) growth rate?
Net Income (Common) CAGR 10Y
1%
Over the last year, the Net Income (Common) growth was 49%. The average annual Net Income (Common) growth rates for Western Union Co have been 5% over the past three years , -2% over the past five years , and 1% over the past ten years .