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Western Union Co (WU) is not a strong buy for a beginner, long-term investor at this time. The company's financial performance has been declining, with significant drops in revenue, net income, and EPS in the latest quarter. Analysts have mixed views, with one firm initiating an Underweight rating and another maintaining a Market Perform rating. Technical indicators show a neutral to slightly bullish trend, but no strong trading signals are present. Options data suggests a lack of bullish sentiment, and there are no recent news or significant catalysts to drive the stock upward. Given the investor's preference for long-term growth, it would be prudent to wait for clearer signs of improvement in the company's fundamentals or stronger market sentiment.
The stock shows a neutral to slightly bullish trend. The MACD is positive but contracting, RSI is neutral at 39.811, and moving averages are bullish (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200). However, the stock is trading below the pivot level of 9.821, with support at 9.404 and resistance at 10.237. The technical indicators do not provide a strong buy signal at this time.
No significant positive catalysts identified. The stock has a slight chance of a 0.77% increase in the next week based on historical patterns.
Declining financial performance, including a 47.28% drop in net income and a 44.87% drop in EPS YoY. Analysts highlight structural disadvantages compared to digital-first competitors and potential regulatory headwinds. Options data shows bearish sentiment.
In Q3 2025, revenue dropped by 0.33% YoY to $1.03B. Net income fell sharply by 47.28% YoY to $139.6M, and EPS declined by 44.87% YoY to 0.43. Gross margin remained relatively stable, down slightly to 37.71%. Overall, financial performance is weak.
Analysts are mixed. Cantor Fitzgerald initiated an Underweight rating with a $9 price target, citing structural disadvantages and regulatory challenges. Keefe Bruyette raised the price target to $10 but maintained a Market Perform rating.
