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Willis Towers Watson PLC (WTW) Stock

Willis Towers Watson PLC Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Willis Towers Watson PLC (WTW), a prominent company in the financial services sector within the insurance brokers industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $330.77. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $291.30 and $352.79. This places the current price at 93.8% of its 52-week high and 13.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 749,511. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US96083A1016.

52-Week Range

$352.79 - $291.30

-6.24% from high · +13.55% from low

Avg Daily Volume

749,511

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

15.58

Near market average

Forward P/E

16.81

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

1.08

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

4.03

EV/EBITDA

10.42

EPS (TTM)

$20.90

Price to Sales

3.24

Beta

0.64

Less volatile than market

How is WTW valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Willis Towers Watson PLC trades at a P/E ratio of 15.58, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 16.81 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.08 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is WTW's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.64, Willis Towers Watson PLC is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 4.03 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

21.60%

Operating Margin

18.90%

EBITDA

$2.63B

Return on Equity

27.60%

Return on Assets

5.08%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

0.00%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

144.10%

How profitable and efficient is WTW's business model?
Willis Towers Watson PLC achieves a profit margin of 21.60%, meaning it retains $21.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 18.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 27.60% and ROA at 5.08%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are WTW's recent growth trends?
0 Earnings increased by 144.10% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INSURANCE BROKERS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$3.68

Dividend Yield

1.17%

Ex-Dividend Date

Dec 31, 2025

Dividend Date

Jan 15, 2026

What dividend income can investors expect from WTW?
Willis Towers Watson PLC offers a dividend yield of 1.17%, paying $3.68 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Dec 31, 2025.
How reliable is WTW's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Willis Towers Watson PLC pays $3.68 per share in dividends against earnings of $20.90 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 17.61%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Jan 15, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$31.8B

Revenue (TTM)

$9.81B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$99.06

Shares Outstanding

95.75M

Book Value/Share

$80.53

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is WTW's market capitalization and position?
Willis Towers Watson PLC has a market capitalization of $31.8B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 95.75M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the INSURANCE BROKERS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does WTW's price compare to its book value?
Willis Towers Watson PLC's book value per share is $80.53, while the current stock price is $330.77, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.11. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$365.78

10.58% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

10

Hold

7

Sell

0

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for WTW?
20 analysts cover WTW with 60% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $365.78 implies 10.6% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on WTW?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 10 Buy, 7 Hold, 01 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Dec 13, 2025, 08:55 AM

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