Valuation check: WU's profit margin is 9.79%, below the Technology sector average of 37.3%.
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As of the most recent data (June 2026), WU shows a profit margin of 9.79%. That compares with 21.84% in the prior-year period — down 55.1% year over year. That is below the Technology sector average of 37.3%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, WU's profit margin is now 9.79% (was 21.84%) — a 55.1% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Western Union Company is outperforming or lagging.
The Technology sector average profit margin is about 37.3%. Western Union Company is at 9.79%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 73.7% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how WU stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 21.84% in the prior-year period — down 55.1% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Western Union Company with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Western Union Company's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 9.79%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.