Western Union Co - Asset Resilience Ratio

Latest as of March 2026: 17.86%

Western Union Co (WU) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 17.86% as of March 2026. 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. Also explore Western Union Co total assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.

Liquid Assets

$1.45 Billion
Cash + Short-term Investments

Total Assets

$8.10 Billion
All company assets

Resilience Assessment

Good
Financial Resilience Level

Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2007–2025)

This chart shows how Western Union Co's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See WU equity financing ratio to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.

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. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see market cap of Western Union Co.

Current Liquid Assets Breakdown

Component Amount % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $0.00 0%
Short-term Investments $1.45 Billion 17.86%
Total Liquid Assets $1.45 Billion 17.86%

Asset Resilience Insights

  • Good Liquidity Position: Western Union Co maintains a healthy 17.86% of assets in liquid form.
  • This level provides good financial flexibility while maintaining productive asset deployment.
  • 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.

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Gentera S.A.B. de C.V
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Five-Star Business Finance Limited
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Finance of America Companies Inc
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Hexa Tradex Limited
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Pioneer Credit Ltd
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Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Western Union Co (2007–2025)

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

Year Asset Resilience Ratio (%) Liquid Assets Total Assets Change
2025-12-31 32.26% $2.68 Billion $8.31 Billion -1.27pp
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

About Western Union Co

NYSE:WU USA Credit Services
Market Cap
$2.55 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#5548 Global
#1759 in USA
Share Price
$8.17
Change (1 day)
-0.97%
52-Week Range
$7.88 - $10.28
All Time High
$21.36
About

The Western Union Company provides money movement payments, and digital financial 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 locati… Read more