Western Union Co
NYSE:WU

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Price: 10.71 USD 0.09% Market Closed
Market Cap: 3.6B USD
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Gross Margin
Western Union Co

38.3%
Current
41%
Average
46.6%
Industry

Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.

Gross Margin
38.3%
=
Gross Profit
1.6B
/
Revenue
4.2B

Gross Margin Across Competitors

Country US
Market Cap 3.6B USD
Gross Margin
38%
Country US
Market Cap 624.6B USD
Gross Margin
80%
Country US
Market Cap 485.8B USD
Gross Margin
0%
Country US
Market Cap 119.9B USD
Gross Margin
46%
Country US
Market Cap 117.4B USD
Gross Margin
61%
Country US
Market Cap 87.7B USD
Gross Margin
40%
Country US
Market Cap 55.3B USD
Gross Margin
36%
Country US
Market Cap 50.2B USD
Gross Margin
0%
Country NL
Market Cap 44.8B EUR
Gross Margin
88%
Country US
Market Cap 44.2B USD
Gross Margin
38%
Country ES
Market Cap 29.6B EUR
Gross Margin
76%
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Western Union Co
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Market Cap
3.6B USD
Industry
Technology

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.

WU Intrinsic Value
22.72 USD
Undervaluation 53%
Intrinsic Value
Price

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What is Gross Margin?

Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.

Gross Margin
38.3%
=
Gross Profit
1.6B
/
Revenue
4.2B
What is the Gross Margin of Western Union Co?

Based on Western Union Co's most recent financial statements, the company has Gross Margin of 38.3%.