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WTW·Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company

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-. (-.%)
High
$257.85
Open
$256.34
Market Cap
24.33B
52W High
$352.79
Low
$255.56
P. Close
$257.40
P/E
14.59
52W Low
$240.61
Fwd P/E
11.62
Mean Target
-
Technical Score (1D)
27
SELL
News Sentiment
75
BULLISH
The insurance brokerage sector is under scrutiny with a new industry outlook from Zacks. This analysis compares key players, including Arthur J. Gallagher, Aon, Brown and Brown, and Willis Towers Watson (WTW), highlighting sector trends and competitive positioning. Investors can use this report to understand WTW's standing within the broader insurance brokerage landscape. The report aims to shed light on the competitive dynamics and key trends shaping the industry. This provides valuable context for interpreting WTW's performance and strategic direction relative to its peers. Investors should monitor how these competitive dynamics evolve and if any specific trends identified in the report begin to impact WTW's operations or market share.
Earnings Summary
Willis Towers Watson (WTW) is a global professional services firm specializing in advisory, broking, and solutions across its Health, Wealth & Career and Risk & Broking segments. Operating within the Financial Services sector, specifically the Insurance Brokers industry, WTW assists clients with complex challenges related to employee benefits, risk management, and capital. The company's historical roots trace back to 1828, with its headquarters in London. In its most recent reported quarters, WTW demonstrated mixed performance. For Q1 2026, the company reported an actual EPS of $3.72 against an estimate of $3.65, and revenue of $2.412 billion against an estimate of $2.425 billion. This followed Q3 2025 where actual EPS of $3.07 beat the estimate of $3.05, with revenue at $2.288 billion. Prior to this, Q2 2025 saw actual EPS of $2.86 surpassing the estimate of $2.59, while Q1 2025 actual EPS of $3.13 missed the estimate of $3.19. The trend shows an acceleration in EPS beats in the most recent quarters after a miss in Q1 2025, with revenue estimates only becoming available in Q1 2026. Historically, WTW has shown a pattern of generally positive year-over-year growth, though specific quarterly beats and misses have varied. The company has a track record of exceeding analyst expectations for earnings per share in several recent periods, particularly in Q2 2025 and Q1 2026. While revenue data has been less consistently available for comparison against estimates, the available figures suggest a stable revenue base. The beat/miss pattern indicates a recent improvement in EPS performance relative to analyst forecasts. Recent news highlights investor scrutiny following Q1 2026 disclosures, with concerns about weaker organic revenue growth and margin deterioration. A law firm has launched an investigation into these disclosures. Despite these concerns, the company has seen positive developments such as new insurance solutions for Carbon Capture and Storage and a Citigroup upgrade to Buy. Additionally, an insider purchase by the President of Risk & Broking signals internal confidence. Looking ahead, investors will be watching for further details regarding the Q1 2026 investigation and management's commentary on performance drivers. Key will be the company's ability to address concerns around organic revenue growth and margin trends. The market will also monitor the impact of AI adoption trends in employee benefits and the company's response to evolving geopolitical risks on its business.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.76$3.56$5.36$7.16$8.96Q4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$3.12 - -
Q1'26$3.65$3.72+1.8%
Q3'25$3.05$3.07+0.7%
Q2'25$2.60$2.86+10.2%
Q1'25$3.19$3.13-1.8%
Q4'24$8.03$8.13+1.2%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.1B$2.4B$2.6B$2.9B$3.2BQ4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2.4B - -
Q1'26$2.4B$2.4B-0.5%
Q3'25 - $2.3B -
Q2'25 - $2.3B -
Q1'25 - $2.2B -
Q4'24 - $3.0B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

WTW Stock Snapshot

WTW is currently trading at $257.24, giving Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company a market cap of 24.33B and a P/E ratio of 14.6. Today's range spans $255.56–$257.85, with shares opening at $256.34 and moving down $0.16 (0.1%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 27/100 (SELL) with a news sentiment reading of 75/100.

Over the past year WTW has traded between $240.61 and $352.79 - the current price is +6.9% off the 52-week low and -27.1% from the high.

The options market is expressing concern about WTW - elevated put activity in large-cap Financial Services names with SELL signals (27/100) is common when the technical and sentiment inputs (bullish, 75/100) both deteriorate. Price: $257.24 (near 52-week lows). (P/E: 14.6) At 24.33B in capitalization, that hedging activity from institutional holders can become a feedback loop that amplifies the initial selling pressure. Range: $240.61–$352.79.

Analyst coverage for WTW becomes a double-edged factor in a SELL phase: at 24.33B in Financial Services market cap, active coverage is high enough that downgrade risk is real and impactful. The 27/100 technical reading and bullish sentiment (75/100) at $257.24 (near 52-week lows) place the stock in the zone where one or two high-profile estimate cuts can convert a grinding decline into a sharper re-rating — the $240.61–$352.79 range establishes where that repricing lands.

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