Western Union Co

NYSE:WU USA Credit Services
Market Cap
$2.94 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#4005 Global
#2548 in USA
Share Price
$9.25
Change (1 day)
-2.53%
52-Week Range
$7.88 - $10.74
All Time High
$21.36
About

The Western Union Company provides money movement and payment services in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Consumer Money Transfer and Consumer Services. The Consumer Money Transfer segment facilitates money transfers for international cross-border and intra-country transfers, primarily through a network of retail agents and owned locations, as well as thro… Read more

Western Union Co - Asset Resilience Ratio

Latest as of September 2025: 30.80%

Western Union Co (WU) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 30.80% as of September 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing.

Liquid Assets
$2.40 Billion
Cash + Short-term Investments
Total Assets
$7.78 Billion
All company assets
Resilience Assessment
Very High
Financial Resilience Level

Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2007–2024)

This chart shows how Western Union Co's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. Compare with other companies' asset resilience ratios.

Liquid Assets Composition Over Time

This chart breaks down Western Union Co's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time.

Current Liquid Assets Breakdown

Component Amount % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $947.80 Million 12.18%
Short-term Investments $1.45 Billion 18.62%
Total Liquid Assets $2.40 Billion 30.80%

Asset Resilience Insights

  • Very High Liquidity: Western Union Co maintains exceptional liquid asset reserves at 30.80% of total assets.
  • This level provides strong protection against economic uncertainties but may indicate potential for more aggressive growth investments.
  • The company has significant short-term investments, indicating active treasury management.

Western Union Co Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio

Compare Western Union Co's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.

Company Industry Asset Resilience Ratio
Samsung Card Co. Ltd.
KO:029780
Credit Services 0.18%
Yiren Digital Ltd
F:19YA
Credit Services 3.32%
Aeon Credit Service Bhd
KLSE:5139
Credit Services 0.25%
ELK-Desa Resources Bhd
KLSE:5228
Credit Services 2.82%
Chailease Holding Co Ltd
TW:5871
Credit Services 6.79%
Genertec Universal Medical Group Company Limited
F:5UM
Credit Services 0.00%
AVIC Capital Co Ltd
SHG:600705
Credit Services 12.64%

Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Western Union Co (2007–2024)

The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Western Union Co.

Year Asset Resilience Ratio (%) Liquid Assets Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 33.53% $2.81 Billion $8.37 Billion +0.27pp
2023-12-31 33.26% $2.73 Billion $8.20 Billion +18.12pp
2022-12-31 15.13% $1.29 Billion $8.50 Billion -14.41pp
2021-12-31 29.55% $2.61 Billion $8.82 Billion -6.45pp
2020-12-31 36.00% $3.42 Billion $9.50 Billion +0.05pp
2019-12-31 35.95% $3.15 Billion $8.76 Billion -17.26pp
2018-12-31 53.21% $4.79 Billion $9.00 Billion -1.25pp
2017-12-31 54.46% $5.03 Billion $9.23 Billion +5.34pp
2016-12-31 49.12% $4.63 Billion $9.42 Billion +14.14pp
2015-12-31 34.98% $3.31 Billion $9.46 Billion +1.48pp
2014-12-31 33.50% $3.31 Billion $9.89 Billion +1.19pp
2013-12-31 32.31% $3.27 Billion $10.12 Billion -0.59pp
2012-12-31 32.90% $3.11 Billion $9.47 Billion +18.22pp
2011-12-31 14.69% $1.33 Billion $9.07 Billion --
2010-12-31 0.00% $0.00 $7.93 Billion --
2009-12-31 0.00% $0.00 $7.35 Billion --
2007-12-31 3.35% $193.80 Million $5.78 Billion --
pp = percentage points