Western Union Q1 EPS plunges 44% to $0.20 despite 24% Consumer Services growth

Filed April 24, 2026 · Period ending April 24, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

• high

  GAAP EPS fell 44% to $0.20 (adjusted EPS down 39% to $0.25) on margin compression from 18% to 13%, higher North America costs including lost vendor incentives and increased agent commissions, FX losses, and tax rate jump from 16% to 28%.

  Exhibit 99.1 verify on EDGAR →
• high

  Intermex acquisition expected to close Q2 2026 pending regulatory approvals; management says deal will strengthen retail capabilities in Americas where company faces macro pressure. Full-year guidance assumes Q2 close.

  Exhibit 99.1 verify on EDGAR →
• medium

  Consumer Services revenue grew 24% GAAP (33% adjusted) from Travel Money expansion including Eurochange acquisition and higher bill payments, but segment operating margin collapsed from 24% to 12%.

  Exhibit 99.1 verify on EDGAR →