The Western Union Company
WUWestern Union Company (WU) is a financial services and communications company known for its global money transfer and payment services. Founded in 1851, it has a long history of providing cross-border, cross-currency money movement solutions, serving individuals, businesses, and financial institutions worldwide. Western Union operates a vast network of agents and locations, facilitating remittances and financial transactions across more than 200 countries and territories.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2026 | $0.23 | 2026-06-16 | 2026-06-16 |
| March 31, 2026 | $0.23 | 2026-03-17 | 2026-03-17 |
| December 31, 2025 | $0.23 | 2025-12-22 | 2025-12-22 |
| September 30, 2025 | $0.23 | 2025-09-16 | 2025-09-16 |
| June 30, 2025 | $0.23 | 2025-06-16 | 2025-06-16 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: The Western Union Company has rewarded shareholders with 70 dividend payments over the past 20 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WU shares during this period received a total of $11.73 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.23/share was paid 18 days ago, on June 30, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: WU currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 10.59%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2006, the dividend payout has grown by 2250.0%, from $0.01 to $0.23.
- Dividend Reliability: WU has maintained or increased its dividend for 52 consecutive payments.
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