WU Western Union PE ratio, current and historical analysis
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The current P/E ratio for Western Union stock as of Jul 2, 2025 is 3.22. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $2.71 and the stock price of $8.73 per share. The PE ratio has decreased by 39% from its last 4 quarters average of 5.3.
WU PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Western Union for the last ten years is 12.74. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 3.22 is 75% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, WU's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Jun 2017 quarter at 45.36, when the price was $19.05 and the EPS was $0.42. The lowest point was recorded in the Dec 2024 quarter, when it reached 3.85 with a price of $10.6 and an EPS of $2.75.
Western Union PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 280.07% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -45.39% in 2024
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.85 | -45.39% | $10.6 | $2.75 |
| 2023 | 7.05 | 20.31% | $11.92 | $1.69 |
| 2022 | 5.86 | -34.96% | $13.77 | $2.35 |
| 2021 | 9.01 | -25.66% | $17.84 | $1.98 |
| 2020 | 12.12 | 11.81% | $21.94 | $1.81 |
| 2019 | 10.84 | 20.04% | $26.78 | $2.47 |
| 2018 | 9.03 | N/A | $17.06 | $1.89 |
| 2017 | N/A | N/A | $19.01 | -$1.19 |
| 2016 | 41.77 | 280.07% | $21.72 | $0.52 |
| 2015 | 10.99 | -1.79% | $17.91 | $1.63 |
| 2014 | 11.19 | -7.21% | $17.91 | $1.6 |
| 2013 | 12.06 | 50.56% | $17.25 | $1.43 |
| 2012 | 8.01 | -18.84% | $13.61 | $1.7 |
| 2011 | 9.87 | -27.16% | $18.26 | $1.85 |
| 2010 | 13.55 | -13.03% | $18.57 | $1.37 |
Western Union PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 3.9 | 1.3% | $10.58 | $2.71 |
| Dec 2024 | 3.85 | -36.47% | $10.6 | $2.75 |
| Sep 2024 | 6.06 | -18.22% | $11.93 | $1.97 |
| Jun 2024 | 7.41 | -9.85% | $12.22 | $1.65 |
| Mar 2024 | 8.22 | 16.6% | $13.98 | $1.7 |
| Dec 2023 | 7.05 | 6.5% | $11.92 | $1.69 |
| Sep 2023 | 6.62 | 11.82% | $13.18 | $1.99 |
| Jun 2023 | 5.92 | 6.67% | $11.73 | $1.98 |
| Mar 2023 | 5.55 | -5.29% | $11.15 | $2.01 |
| Dec 2022 | 5.86 | -8.01% | $13.77 | $2.35 |
| Sep 2022 | 6.37 | -13.33% | $13.5 | $2.12 |
| Jun 2022 | 7.35 | -10.58% | $16.47 | $2.24 |
| Mar 2022 | 8.22 | -8.77% | $18.74 | $2.28 |
| Dec 2021 | 9.01 | -11.75% | $17.84 | $1.98 |
| Sep 2021 | 10.21 | -12.44% | $20.22 | $1.98 |
WU Price vs fair value
WU average PE ratio chart
WU's current PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
WU PE vs peers
WU's PE ratio is below its peer stocks V and MA. Western Union's current PE ratio of 3.22 is less than the average of its peers, which is 16.24.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| WU Western Union CO | 3.18 | $2.85B |
| GPN Global Payments Inc | 13.2 | $19.96B |
| EEFT Euronet Worldwide Inc | 14.86 | $4.61B |
| EBAY Ebay Inc | 17.97 | $35.2B |
| WEX WEX Inc | 19.17 | $5.18B |
| V Visa Inc | 36.07 | $672.09B |
| MA Mastercard Inc | 39.83 | $516.9B |
| FIS Fidelity National Information Services Inc | 53.44 | $42.96B |
| GDOT Green Dot Corp | N/A | $610.93M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Western Union's PE ratio?
WU stock has a price to earnings ratio of 3.22 as of Jul 2, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Western Union (WU)?
The average PE ratio for WU stock over the past 3 years is 6.07.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Western Union (WU)?
The average PE ratio for WU stock over the past 5 years is 7.97.
What is the highest PE ratio for WU?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 45.36 in the Jun 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for WU compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of WU is 75% lower than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Western Union's PE ratio so low?
WU's PE ratio of 3.22 is considered low because the company's stock price is trading at a lower multiple of earnings.
How is WU's PE ratio calculated (Western Union PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the P/E ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months earnings per share(EPS). As of today (Jul 2, 2025), Western Union's share price is $8.73. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Mar 2025 is $2.71. Therefore, Western Union's price to earnings ratio for today is 3.22. PE RATIO(3.22) = STOCK PRICE($8.73) / TTM EPS($2.71)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.