Western Union EPS Miss, Stock Down 4%

Western Union reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $0.25, missing consensus $0.39, while revenue of $983 million slightly beat $965.42 million estimate.
Shares fell ~4% pre‑market as operating margin dropped to 13% from 18% due to higher North America costs and foreign‑currency impacts.
Consumer Services revenue rose 24% (33% adjusted) on Travel Money expansion and Eurochange acquisition; Consumer Money Transfer revenue fell 3% GAAP.
Company reaffirmed FY2026 outlook with adjusted EPS $1.75‑$1.85 (midpoint $1.80) and revenue growth 6%‑9%, slightly above consensus.