Western Union Co (NYSE:WU) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: Western Union Co (WU)
Western Union Co (NYSE:WU) has a market capitalization of $2.04 Billion ($2.04 Billion) as of September 18, 2026. Listed on the NYSE stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #6124 globally and #1966 in its home market, demonstrating a -5.91% decrease in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying Western Union Co's stock price $6.53 by its total outstanding shares 311878981 (311.88 Million). Also see WU total asset value for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
Western Union Co Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
Western Union Co's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows change from $3.65 Billion to $2.04 Billion (-5.68% CAGR). Also see Western Union Co cash conversion from operations for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Index Memberships
Western Union Co is a constituent of 1 market index:
| Index | Total Market Cap | Weight (%) | Rank by Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
|
S&P Midcap 400
MID
|
$3.41 Trillion | 0.13% | #374 of 401 |
Weight: Western Union Co's market cap as a percentage of total index value. Rank: Position among all constituents by market cap.
Western Union Co Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how Western Union Co's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Check WU live share price for real-time trading data and today's change.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
0.72x
Western Union Co's market cap is 0.72 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
5.81x
Western Union Co's market cap is 5.81 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $4.57 Billion | $5.42 Billion | $253.20 Million | 0.84x | 18.06x |
| 2017 | $4.15 Billion | $5.52 Billion | -$557.10 Million | 0.75x | N/A |
| 2018 | $3.87 Billion | $5.59 Billion | $851.90 Million | 0.69x | 4.54x |
| 2019 | $6.30 Billion | $5.29 Billion | $1.06 Billion | 1.19x | 5.96x |
| 2020 | $5.38 Billion | $4.83 Billion | $744.30 Million | 1.11x | 7.22x |
| 2021 | $4.56 Billion | $5.07 Billion | $805.80 Million | 0.90x | 5.66x |
| 2022 | $3.75 Billion | $4.48 Billion | $910.60 Million | 0.84x | 4.11x |
| 2023 | $3.51 Billion | $4.36 Billion | $626.00 Million | 0.81x | 5.61x |
| 2024 | $3.31 Billion | $4.21 Billion | $934.20 Million | 0.79x | 3.54x |
| 2025 | $2.90 Billion | $4.04 Billion | $499.60 Million | 0.72x | 5.81x |
Competitor Companies of WU by Market Capitalization
Companies near Western Union Co in the global market cap rankings as of September 18, 2026. Review WU tangible net assets ratio to assess the quality of the company's equity after excluding intangible assets.
Key companies related to Western Union Co by market ranking:
- Visa Inc. Class A (NYSE:V): Ranked #27 globally with a market cap of $630.40 Billion USD.
- Mastercard Inc (NYSE:MA): Ranked #36 globally with a market cap of $429.87 Billion USD.
- American Express Company (NYSE:AXP): Ranked #97 globally with a market cap of $212.32 Billion USD.
- Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF): Ranked #200 globally with a market cap of $123.95 Billion USD.
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #27 | Visa Inc. Class A | NYSE:V | $630.40 Billion | $369.93 |
| #36 | Mastercard Inc | NYSE:MA | $429.87 Billion | $565.73 |
| #97 | American Express Company | NYSE:AXP | $212.32 Billion | $311.17 |
| #200 | Capital One Financial Corporation | NYSE:COF | $123.95 Billion | $202.04 |
Western Union Co Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, Western Union Co's market cap moved from $3.65 Billion to $ 2.04 Billion, with a yearly change of -5.68%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2.04 Billion | -29.86% |
| 2025 | $2.90 Billion | -12.17% |
| 2024 | $3.31 Billion | -5.90% |
| 2023 | $3.51 Billion | -6.19% |
| 2022 | $3.75 Billion | -17.92% |
| 2021 | $4.56 Billion | -15.11% |
| 2020 | $5.38 Billion | -14.72% |
| 2019 | $6.30 Billion | +62.85% |
| 2018 | $3.87 Billion | -6.73% |
| 2017 | $4.15 Billion | -9.27% |
| 2016 | $4.57 Billion | +25.23% |
| 2015 | $3.65 Billion | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Sep 18th, 2026 the market cap of Western Union Co was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $2.04 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $2.04 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $2.04 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $2.04 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $2.04 Billion USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
About Western Union Co
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