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Willis Towers Watson Public Stock Price, News & Analysis (NASDAQ:WTW)

$244.00
-1.41 (-0.57%)
(As of 12/4/2023 ET)
Compare
Today's Range
$242.84
$246.50
50-Day Range
$203.53
$246.30
52-Week Range
$195.29
$258.93
Volume
461,583 shs
Average Volume
592,931 shs
Market Capitalization
$25.20 billion
P/E Ratio
25.82
Dividend Yield
1.38%
Price Target
$258.00

Willis Towers Watson Public MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.56 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
5.7% Upside
$258.00 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
0.95% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.87mentions of Willis Towers Watson Public in the last 14 days
Based on 10 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
13.72%
From $14.14 to $16.08 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.47 out of 5 stars

Finance Sector

217th out of 822 stocks

Insurance Agents, Brokers, & Service Industry

7th out of 16 stocks


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About Willis Towers Watson Public Stock (NASDAQ:WTW)

Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company operates as an advisory, broking, and solutions company worldwide. It operates through two segments: Health, Wealth and Career; and Risk & Broking. The company offers strategy and design consulting, plan management service and support, broking and administration services for health, wellbeing, and other group benefit programs; actuarial support, plan design, and administrative services for pension and retirement savings plans; and benefits outsourcing services, including a suite of health and welfare, and pension administration outsourcing services. It also provides advice, data, software, and products to address clients' total rewards and talent issues; and risk advice, insurance brokerage, and consulting services in the areas of property and casualty, aerospace, construction, and marine. In addition, the company offers integrated solutions that consists of investment discretionary management, pension administration, core actuarial, and communication and change management assistance services; software and technology, risk and capital management, products and product pricing, financial and regulatory reporting, financial and capital modeling, merger and acquisition, outsourcing, and business management services; and wholesale reinsurance services. Additionally, it provides primary medical and ancillary benefit exchange, and outsourcing services to active employees and retirees in the group and individual markets. The company was formerly known as Willis Group Holdings Public Limited Company and changed its name to Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company in January 2016. Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company was founded in 1828 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.

WTW Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 10/16 Dividend
9/28/2023
Dividend Payable
10/16/2023
Last Earnings
10/26/2023
Today
12/04/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
2/08/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Insurance agents, brokers, & service
Sub-Industry
N/A
Sector
Finance
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:WTW
Employees
46,600
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$258.00
High Stock Price Target
$302.00
Low Stock Price Target
$205.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+5.7%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.56
Research Coverage
16 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$1.01 billion
Pretax Margin
13.74%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$8.87 billion
Cash Flow
$19.05 per share
Book Value
$93.25 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
103,002,000
Market Cap
$25.20 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.73
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Should I Buy Willis Towers Watson Public Stock? WTW Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Willis Towers Watson Public was last updated on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 4:39 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Willis Towers Watson Public Limited:

  • Strong Financial Performance: Willis Towers Watson Public Limited has reported positive earnings per share, beating analysts' consensus estimates. The company has also shown revenue growth, indicating a healthy financial position.
  • Diversified Business Segments: The company operates through two segments, Health, Wealth and Career, and Risk & Broking. This diversification allows Willis Towers Watson Public Limited to tap into multiple markets and reduce risk.
  • Global Presence: With operations worldwide, Willis Towers Watson Public Limited has a global reach, providing opportunities for growth and expansion in different markets.
  • Expertise in Advisory and Solutions: The company offers a range of advisory, broking, and solutions services, catering to various client needs. This expertise positions Willis Towers Watson Public Limited as a trusted partner in the industry.
  • Integrated Solutions: Willis Towers Watson Public Limited provides integrated solutions that combine investment management, actuarial services, and communication assistance. This comprehensive approach adds value to clients and enhances their overall experience.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Willis Towers Watson Public Limited for these reasons:

  • Market Volatility: The stock market can be volatile, and fluctuations in the market can impact the performance of Willis Towers Watson Public Limited's stock.
  • Competition: The insurance and brokerage industry is highly competitive, and Willis Towers Watson Public Limited faces competition from other players in the market. This competition can affect market share and profitability.
  • Regulatory Environment: The insurance industry is subject to regulatory oversight, and changes in regulations can impact the operations and profitability of Willis Towers Watson Public Limited.
  • Dependence on Economic Conditions: Willis Towers Watson Public Limited's performance is influenced by economic conditions. Economic downturns or recessions can affect demand for its services and impact financial results.
  • Currency Exchange Risk: As a global company, Willis Towers Watson Public Limited is exposed to currency exchange risk. Fluctuations in exchange rates can impact the company's financial performance.














WTW Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Willis Towers Watson Public stock right now?

16 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Willis Towers Watson Public in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 sell rating, 5 hold ratings and 10 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" WTW shares.
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What is Willis Towers Watson Public's stock price target for 2024?

16 brokers have issued 1 year price objectives for Willis Towers Watson Public's shares. Their WTW share price targets range from $205.00 to $302.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $258.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 5.7% from the stock's current price.
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How have WTW shares performed in 2023?

Willis Towers Watson Public's stock was trading at $244.58 at the beginning of the year. Since then, WTW stock has decreased by 0.2% and is now trading at $244.00.
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Are investors shorting Willis Towers Watson Public?

Willis Towers Watson Public saw a increase in short interest in November. As of November 15th, there was short interest totaling 973,800 shares, an increase of 16.4% from the October 31st total of 836,800 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 618,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 1.6 days. Approximately 1.0% of the company's stock are short sold.
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When is Willis Towers Watson Public's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, February 8th 2024.
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How were Willis Towers Watson Public's earnings last quarter?

Willis Towers Watson Public Limited (NASDAQ:WTW) announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, October, 26th. The company reported $2.24 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.05 by $0.19. The firm had revenue of $2.17 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.08 billion. Willis Towers Watson Public had a net margin of 10.99% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 14.64%. The company's revenue for the quarter was up 10.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned $2.20 EPS.

How often does Willis Towers Watson Public pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Willis Towers Watson Public?

Willis Towers Watson Public announced a quarterly dividend on Tuesday, August 8th. Investors of record on Saturday, September 30th will be given a dividend of $0.84 per share on Monday, October 16th. This represents a $3.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.38%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, September 28th.
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Is Willis Towers Watson Public a good dividend stock?

Willis Towers Watson Public (NASDAQ:WTW) pays an annual dividend of $3.36 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.37%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 2 consecutive year(s), indicating that it does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 35.56%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, WTW will have a dividend payout ratio of 20.90% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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Who are Willis Towers Watson Public's major shareholders?

Willis Towers Watson Public's stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA (9.63%), Artisan Partners Limited Partnership (5.35%), First Eagle Investment Management LLC (5.24%), Invesco Ltd. (1.96%), Cantillon Capital Management LLC (1.82%) and FMR LLC (1.78%). Insiders that own company stock include Andrew Jay Krasner, Anne Donovan Bodnar, Brendan R Oneill, Carl Aaron Hess, Gene H Wickes and Julie Jarecke Gebauer.
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How do I buy shares of Willis Towers Watson Public?

Shares of WTW stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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This page (NASDAQ:WTW) was last updated on 12/4/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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