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The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) generates frequent news across financial services, technology, and corporate strategy topics. As a global participant in cross-border and multi-currency money movement, payments, and digital financial services, Western Union’s announcements often cover developments that affect consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments in more than 200 countries and territories.
News related to Western Union commonly includes earnings releases and outlook updates, where the company reports segment performance in areas such as Consumer Services, Branded Digital, and Consumer Money Transfer. These updates highlight trends in revenue, transaction growth, operating margins, and the company’s financial expectations for upcoming periods.
Western Union also issues news on strategic initiatives and partnerships. Recent examples include its “Beyond” strategy, which outlines a digital-first vision and expansion into digital assets, and alliances such as the partnership with Deutsche Post to offer cross-border money transfer services in Germany and the collaboration with dLocal to integrate local and alternative payment methods on Western Union’s digital platforms in Latin America.
Technology and product-related announcements feature prominently, including plans to launch the USDPT stablecoin on Solana and the creation of a Digital Asset Network to bridge digital and fiat currencies. Regional news, such as the introduction of WhatsApp Business as a transactional channel in Peru, showcases how Western Union adapts its services to local customer preferences.
Investors and observers can also find coverage of capital allocation and corporate events, including quarterly dividend declarations, Investor Day webcasts, and updates on the planned acquisition of International Money Express, Inc. Together, these news items provide insight into Western Union’s operational performance, strategic direction, and evolving role in global payments and digital finance.
The Western Union Foundation has committed USD 500,000 to support the Aspen Institute's Global Opportunity Youth Network and the National Partnership for New Americans. This initiative is part of the Foundation's USD 15 million commitment to the Opportunity Beyond Borders program, aimed at aiding about 40 million migrant and refugee youth facing challenges due to COVID-19. The funding will develop leadership skills, digital training, and create a youth leadership curriculum, fulfilling the need to empower migrant youths as valuable contributors to the economy.
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) will present at the Evercore ISI Payments & Fintech Innovators Forum on March 4, 2021, starting at 2:45 p.m. Eastern time. CEO Hikmet Ersek and CFO Raj Agrawal will lead the presentation, which investors can listen to via a webcast at www.westernunion.com.
Western Union, a leader in cross-border money movement, operates in over 200 countries and territories, offering access to billions of bank accounts and millions of digital wallets.
Western Union Business Solutions has announced an expansion of its global capabilities, enhancing payment services for business clients. The integration of SWIFT Global Payment Initiative allows for greater visibility and faster transactions. Additionally, the WU Mass Payments API now supports 130 currencies, enabling financial institutions to streamline operations and manage international payments more efficiently. Scott Johnson, Head of Product, emphasized the importance of speed, traceability, and reliability in payments, positioning Western Union as a key player in cross-border financial flows.
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) has entered a multi-year agreement with Advance America to integrate Western Union’s digital and retail money transfer services. This partnership will provide Advance America's customers with 24/7 access to global financial services through an online portal and at 1,400 retail locations. Customers will benefit from a wide range of payment options, including transfers to bank accounts and cash pickups at numerous locations. The services are expected to launch in mid-2021, enhancing convenience and accessibility for users.
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) announced its participation in the KBW Fintech Payments Conference on February 23, 2021, at 2:40 p.m. Eastern time. CFO Raj Agrawal will make comments during the presentation. Investors can access the presentation via a live webcast on Western Union's investor relations webpage, with an archived version available shortly after.
Western Union is a leader in cross-border money movement, operating in over 200 countries and territories with access to more than 130 currencies.
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) reported Q4 2020 revenue of $1.3 billion, a 3% decline year-over-year, affected by COVID-19, though digital money transfers grew 36% to $240 million. GAAP EPS improved to $0.43 from $0.32. The company raised its dividend by 4% to $0.235. For 2021, Western Union expects mid-single digit revenue growth and EPS of $2.00 to $2.10, driven by strong digital performance. The company projects digital revenues could reach $1 billion in 2021, despite ongoing uncertainties in the macroeconomic landscape.
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) will present at the Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Conference on February 11, 2021, at 3:40 p.m. Eastern time. CFO Raj Agrawal will lead the discussion. Investors can listen via webcast at westernunion.com, with an archived version available for one month after the presentation. Western Union is a leader in cross-border money movement, operating over 550,000 retail locations in 200 countries, making it accessible for consumers and businesses to send and receive funds.
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) will host a webcast and conference call to discuss its 2020 fourth quarter and full year results on February 10, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. ET. A press release with financial results will be available around 4:00 p.m. ET the same day. Participants can register for the event online and listen via telephone. With over 550,000 retail locations in over 200 countries, Western Union continues to be a leader in cross-border money transfers, connecting consumers and businesses effectively.
The Oxford Economics report commissioned by Western Union (NYSE: WU) highlights the critical role of international remittances during the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting they have bolstered developing economies' resilience. The report indicates that P2P transfers surpass foreign direct investment, directly impacting poverty reduction and economic growth. It underscores the importance of these funds, describing remittance senders as 'Economic First Responders.' With remittances rising to $548 billion in 2019, the report predicts that unexpected strengths may persist in 2021, despite the World Bank’s forecasts of a decline.
Walmart (NYSE:WMT) and Western Union (NYSE:WU) have announced a partnership to offer Western Union money transfer services at over 4,700 Walmart locations in the U.S. starting in spring 2021. This collaboration aims to provide customers with enhanced financial services, including both domestic and international money transfers, bill payments, and money orders. With this agreement, Walmart customers will benefit from Western Union's extensive global network, facilitating money transfers to more than 200 countries and territories, reinforcing Walmart's commitment to financial inclusion and customer convenience.
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