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News about Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company (WTW) reflects its role as a global advisory, broking and solutions company focused on people, risk and capital. Because WTW operates through its Health, Wealth & Career and Risk & Broking segments, its news flow spans employee benefits, pensions, insurance broking, risk analytics and technology for insurers.
On this page, readers can follow WTW news related to earnings announcements, capital markets activity, product launches and strategic transactions. Recent disclosures include plans to announce fourth quarter and full year financial results, the pricing of senior notes issued by Willis North America Inc. and guaranteed by WTW, and the entry into a revolving credit facility under a Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement.
WTW also issues news about its Insurance Consulting and Technology offerings, such as the launch of Radar Fusion, an augmented underwriting technology, and the Radar Connector for Databricks, which integrates its Radar analytics platform with the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. These updates illustrate how WTW uses data and analytics to support insurers with pricing, underwriting and governance.
In addition, WTW publishes research-driven releases, including its analysis of funded status for large U.S. corporate defined benefit pension plans and its Commercial Lines Insurance Pricing Survey (CLIPS), as well as political risk reports produced by Willis, a WTW business. Strategic news items also cover agreements to acquire Newfront and Cushon, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
Investors, clients and observers can use this news feed to monitor how WTW develops its advisory, broking and technology capabilities, how it approaches risk and capital management topics, and how its transactions and research initiatives may influence its position within the insurance agencies and brokerages industry.
WW International, Inc. (NASDAQ: WTW) has announced the appointment of Sima Sistani as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 21. Sistani, a co-founder of Houseparty and former senior leader at Epic Games, takes over from Mindy Grossman, who will leave the company on March 18. Sistani has over 20 years of experience in media and technology, including notable roles at Yahoo! and Epic Games. The board believes her experience in digital communities and innovation will guide WW in enhancing health and wellness among its global members.
WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.82 per common share for the quarter ending December 31, 2021. This dividend is scheduled for payment on or about April 15, 2022, to shareholders of record by the close of business on March 31, 2022.
WTW specializes in providing data-driven solutions in people, risk, and capital across 140 countries, aiming to enhance strategy and organizational resilience for clients.
WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) was recognized as the top company in Advisen’s annual innovation Pacesetter Index, having launched 16 new products and services in 2021. CEO Carl Hess highlighted this award as evidence of the company's commitment to innovation, despite challenging circumstances. The Pacesetter Index has tracked product innovation in the P&C insurance industry since 2008, underlining the importance of innovative solutions in addressing complex challenges. WTW offers data-driven solutions across people, risk, and capital sectors globally.
Global pension fund assets in the 22 largest markets reached a record $56.6 trillion at the end of 2021, up 6.9% from the prior year. The U.S. accounts for 62% of this total, amounting to $35 trillion. Defined contribution pensions now represent 54% of assets, indicating a shift in pension model preferences. The ratio of pension assets to GDP has risen significantly, especially in the Netherlands (213%) and Australia (172%). Challenges include the need for sustainable investments amid high valuations and economic uncertainties.
WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) announced its participation in the BofA Securities 2022 Insurance Conference, scheduled for February 15-16, 2022. CEO Carl Hess will present on February 15 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference will be held virtually, and a live webcast of the presentation can be accessed via the Investor Relations section of the company's website. A replay will also be available shortly after.
WTW provides advisory, broking, and solutions services globally, helping clients mitigate risks and foster growth.
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WTW reported a 1% increase in total revenue to $2.71 billion for Q4 2021 and a 4% increase to $9.00 billion for the year. Income from Operations reached $690 million (25.5% of revenue) for the quarter and $2.2 billion (24.5% of revenue) for the year. Diluted EPS was $19.19 for the quarter, soaring 424% from the previous year. While the results align with expectations, CEO Carl Hess emphasizes the need for improvements in hiring and performance to achieve long-term growth. The results reflect some impacts from prior staff changes.
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WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) will announce its fourth-quarter and full-year financial results on February 8, 2022, before market opening. A conference call will follow at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results, with a live stream available on their Investor Relations website. WTW is a global advisory and solutions company with over 46,000 employees servicing clients in more than 140 countries, focusing on managing risk and optimizing benefits.