The Western Union Company (WU) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2006 to 2026
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WU Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, The Western Union Company (WU) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 5.9x, with a stock price of $8.98 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $1.39.
The current P/E is 12% below its 5-year average of 6.7x. Over the past five years, WU's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.2x to a high of 11.7x, placing the current valuation at the 25th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.4x, WU trades at a 56% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 774 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 195.8x.
Relative to the broader market, WU trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
WU P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $477M | 14.7 | 3.51 | -40% | |
| $43B | 8.6Lowest | 0.97 | +36%Best | |
| $612B | 31.3 | 1.97 | +5% | |
| $435B | 29.8 | 1.42 | +19% | |
| $24B | 61.3 | 2.51 | -47% | |
| $30B | 8.9 | 0.25Best | +18% | |
| $5B | 17.0 | - | +13% | |
| $3B | 10.2 | - | +6% | |
| $16B | 11.9 | 0.49 | -5% | |
| $10B | 22.9 | 2.27 | +19% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
WU Historical P/E Data (2006–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $8.73 | $1.36 | 6.4x | -50% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $9.31 | $1.52 | 6.1x | -52% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $7.99 | $2.29 | 3.5x | -73% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $8.42 | $2.64 | 3.2x | -75% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $10.58 | $2.69 | 3.9x | -69% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $10.60 | $2.74 | 3.9x | -70% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $11.93 | $1.96 | 6.1x | -53% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $12.22 | $1.64 | 7.5x | -42% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $13.98 | $1.69 | 8.3x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.92 | $1.68 | 7.1x | -45% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $13.18 | $1.98 | 6.7x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $11.73 | $1.97 | 6.0x | -54% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 12.9x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WU stock.
Is WU stock overvalued or undervalued?
WU trades at 5.9x P/E, near its 5-year average of 6.7x. The 25th percentile ranking places valuation within normal historical bounds.
How does WU's valuation compare to peers?
The Western Union Company P/E of 5.9x compares to sector median of 13.4x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is WU's PEG ratio?
WU PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2006-2026.