John Wiley & Sons Profit Margin

As of the most recent data (July 2026), WLYB shows a profit margin of 11.9%. That compares with 5.82% in the prior-year period — up 104.2% year over year. That is below the Telecommunications sector average of 13.29%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.

Compared with the year-ago period, WLYB's profit margin is now 11.9% (was 5.82%) — a 104.2% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether John Wiley & Sons is outperforming or lagging.

The Telecommunications sector average profit margin is about 13.29%. John Wiley & Sons is at 11.9%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 10.5% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how WLYB stacks up against individual peers as well.

That compares with 5.82% in the prior-year period — up 104.2% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare John Wiley & Sons with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.

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