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Western Union provides domestic and international money transfers through its global network of over 500,000 outside agents. The company handled almost 290 million transactions in 2024 and is the largest money transfer company in the world.

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RBC Capital analyst Daniel Perlin maintains Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $14 to $13.

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RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Western Union, Lowers Price Target to $13

UBS analyst Timothy Chiodo maintains Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $11 to $10.5.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Western Union, Lowers Price Target to $10.5

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Sanjay Sakhrani maintains Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $12 to $11.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Western Union, Lowers Price Target to $11

JMP Securities analyst David Scharf reiterates Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) from Market Perform to Market Perform.

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JMP Securities Reiterates Market Perform on Western Unionto Market Perform

Susquehanna analyst James Friedman maintains Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $12 to $11.

Susquehanna Maintains Neutral on Western Union, Lowers Price Target to $11

On CNBC's &#8220;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/04/23/final-trades-salesforce-unitedhealth-western-union-and-howmet-aerospace.html">Halftime Report Final Trades</a>,&#8221; Sarat Sethi, managing partner at DCLA, said he loves Salesforce, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>).
Supporting his view, Guggenheim analyst John Difucci upgraded Salesforce from Sell to Neutral on Monday.
Stephen L. Weiss of Short Hills Capital Partners chose UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>), saying the stock has bottomed.
On the earnings front, UnitedHealth reported first-quarter revenue of $109.58 billion on Monday, missing analyst estimates of $ 111.6 billion, according to Benzinga Pro. The company reported first-quarter adjusted earnings of $7.20 per share, missing estimates of $7.29 per share.
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Jenny Van Leeuwen Harrington of Gilman Hill Asset Management, LLC, said The Western Union Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) is being overly sold off due to irrational fears.
After the closing bell on Wednesday, Western Union posted first-quarter adjusted earnings of 41 cents per share, in line with market estimates. The company's sales came in at $983.60 million, missing expectations of $994.64 million.
Joseph M. Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners picked Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>) as his final trade.
Lending support to his choice, Benchmark analyst Josh Sullivan, on Monday, maintained Howmet Aerospace with a Buy rating and raised the price target from $85 to $135.
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<li>Salesforce shares jumped 2.9% to close at $250.48 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>UnitedHealth gained 0.2% to close at $427.96 during Wednesday's session.</li>
<li>Western Union shares rose 1.1% to close at $10.11 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Howmet Aerospace shares climbed 4.3% to settle at $129.70 during the session.</li>
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Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) affirms FY2025 GAAP EPS guidance from $1.54-$1.64 to $1.54-$1.64 vs $1.72 analyst estimate. Affirms FY2025 sales outlook from $4.09 billion-$4.19 billion to $4.09 billion-$4.19 billion vs $4.15 billion estimate.

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Western Union Affirms FY2025 GAAP EPS Guidance of $1.54-$1.64 vs $1.72 Est; Affirms FY2025 Sales Guidance of $4.09B-$4.19B vs $4.15B Est

Western Union Affirms FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance of $1.75-$1.85 vs $1.78 Est; Affirms FY2025 Sales Guidance of $4.12B-$4.21B vs $4.15B Est

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Western Union Q1 Adj. EPS $0.41, Inline, Sales $983.60M Miss $994.64M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 23, 2025

Western Union's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) short percent of float has risen 8.95% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 27.76 million shares sold short, which is 10.83% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.08 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Western Union Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745352033_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Western Union has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Western Union's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Western Union's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.38%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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How Do Investors Really Feel About Western Union?

Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2025-04-23. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Western Union to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.41.
The announcement from Western Union is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
Last quarter the company missed EPS by $0.02, which was followed by a 6.07% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Western Union's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>0.41</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.40</td>
<td>0.46</td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>0.45</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>6.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745341376_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Western Union's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Western Union were trading at $9.71 as of April 21. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 27.19%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about Western Union</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Western Union.
The consensus rating for Western Union is Neutral, based on 3 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $11.67, there's a potential 20.19% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Peers</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of StoneCo, Paymentus Holdings and Remitly Global, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for StoneCo, with an average 1-year price target of $11.4, suggesting a potential 17.4% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Paymentus Holdings, with an average 1-year price target of $33.8, suggesting a potential 248.09% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Remitly Global, with an average 1-year price target of $29.38, suggesting a potential 202.57% upside.</li>
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<h3>Snapshot: Peer Analysis</h3>
Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for StoneCo, Paymentus Holdings and Remitly Global are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>Western Union</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>0.56%</td>
<td>$396.50M</td>
<td>47.57%</td>
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<td>StoneCo</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>8.63%</td>
<td>$2.35B</td>
<td>-21.60%</td>
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<td>Paymentus Holdings</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>56.48%</td>
<td>$66.03M</td>
<td>2.76%</td>
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<td>Remitly Global</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>32.91%</td>
<td>$211.50M</td>
<td>-0.88%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Western Union ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. It is in the middle for Return on Equity.
<h3>Discovering Western Union: A Closer Look</h3>
Western Union provides domestic and international money transfers through its global network of over 500,000 outside agents. The company handled almost 290 million transactions in 2024 and is the largest money transfer company in the world.
<h3>Western Union: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Western Union's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 0.56%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Western Union's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 36.45%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Western Union's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 47.57% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 4.81%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 3.23, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WU/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Western Union visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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Insights into Western Union's Upcoming Earnings

Reported Earlier, Western Union Activates Emergency Relief Measures With No-Fee Transfers To Myanmar Via App and Website

RBC Capital analyst Daniel Perlin reiterates Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) with a Sector Perform and maintains $14 price target.

RBC Capital Reiterates Sector Perform on Western Union, Maintains $14 Price Target

LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RAMP#NYSE">RAMP</a>) on Thursday announced the expansion of its partnership with Western Union Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>), aiming to enhance the delivery of personalized, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/b44625345/liveramp-announces-collaboration-with-western-union-media-network-to-unlock-multicultural-audience" rel="noreferrer noopener">omnichannel experiences to multicultural audiences.</a>
This collaboration will connect Western Union&#8217;s Media Network, which boasts a vast and diverse customer base, to LiveRamp&#8217;s data collaboration network, significantly improving advertising capabilities for its partners.
With access to rich customer insights from Deterministic Financial Transaction Information—such as data on senders, receivers, and transaction locations—Western Union is uniquely positioned to offer advertisers targeted, authenticated audience data.
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According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, WU stock has lost over 24% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Quality Dividend Growth Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DGRS#NASDAQ">DGRS</a>),
Through this partnership, marketers can run programmatic campaigns, leverage Western Union&#8217;s first-party data, and use LiveRamp&#8217;s Authenticated Traffic Solution to reach relevant consumers effectively.
The collaboration enables advertisers to run multicultural, omnichannel campaigns with greater accuracy and measure results more effectively. By making Western Union&#8217;s audience data available through LiveRamp&#8217;s extensive collaboration network, brands can unlock valuable insights and drive successful consumer data strategies.
Chris Hammer, Senior Vice President at Western Union, highlighted the importance of this partnership in enhancing targeted marketing and reaching hard-to-reach, multicultural audiences.
Both companies plan to scale their efforts and explore additional data collaboration tools, including data clean rooms, to further fuel innovation in advertising.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, RAMP stock has lost over 26% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Motley Fool Small-Cap Growth ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMFS#BATS">TMFS</a>).
Price Action: RAMP shares are trading lower by 5.75% to $25.08 at last check Thursday, while WU shares are down by 2.4%.
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Shares of Western Union Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>) and Remitly Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RELY#NASDAQ">RELY</a>) are on watch after a short seller on Friday claimed that a crackdown on cartels could hit the remittance<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/short-ideas/25/03/44258682/spruce-point-capital-is-betting-against-remitly-global-stock-short-seller-says-shares-could-fall-to-9-amid-tectonic-shift-across-industry"> companies' bottom lines.&nbsp;</a>
The Details: Hunterbrook published a<a href="https://hntrbrk.com/rely-wu-cartel-crackdown/"> short report</a> outlining what the firm sees as a triple threat of risks to the remittance companies:&nbsp;
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<li>More affordable alternatives like peer-to-peer payment apps, card-to-card transfers, and cryptocurrency platforms. </li>
<li>Intensified government oversight of international money transfers, particularly those potentially linked to cartel activities, following the U.S. designation of certain cartels as terrorist organizations in February.</li>
<li>Slowing growth in critical markets.</li>
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Benzinga reached out to Western Union and Remitly Global for comment.
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Cheaper Alternatives: Western Union and Remitly face growing competition from more affordable options, including card-to-card programs like Visa Direct and peer-to-peer transfers like Venmo, Zelle and CashApp, Hunterbrook said. The report also listed cryptocurrency transfers in apps like Coinbase and Robinhood as formidable competitors, in their view, to the more traditional remittance companies. 
Government Crackdown: Hunterbrook pointed to a comprehensive campaign initiated by the Trump administration to crack down on cartel activities, focusing on remittance companies. The report highlighted stricter mandatory reporting limits, which have been reduced from $10,000 to $200 in certain areas, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's actions to limit remittances to Cuba. 
Slower Growth: The remittance industry's growth has slowed from a 25.9% growth rate in 2021 to 2.3% in 2024, according to Hunterbrook. The report also pointed to Western Union's recently lowered guidance for the first quarter of 2025 due to &#8220;anxiety in the marketplace post-election" and comments from the CEO regarding a &#8220;slowdown in our Latin America business." 
WU, RELY Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Western Union shares were up 1.57% at $10.71 and Remitly Global shares were up 0.1% at $19.79 amid a broad market rally on Friday.&nbsp;
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Western Union, Remitly Face Risks From 'Cartel Crackdown,' Short Seller Says

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Watching Western Union, Remitly Shares; Hunterbrook Issues Report Naming Cos

A noteworthy insider acquisition was disclosed on February 26, as CAMERONDOE, Board Member at Western Union (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WU#NYSE">WU</a>), reported the acquisition of stock options for 178,572 shares.
What Happened: A Form 4 filing from the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001365135/000122520825002494//Archives/edgar/data/1365135/000122520825002494/0001225208-25-002494-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday showed that CAMERONDOE, Board Member at Western Union, a company in the Financials sector, acquired stock options for 178,572 shares of WU. The options allow CAMERONDOE to buy the company's stock at $10.64 per share.
Western Union shares are trading, exhibiting down of 0.0% and priced at $10.74 during Thursday's morning. This values CAMERONDOE's 178,572 shares at $17,839.
<h3>About Western Union</h3>
Western Union provides domestic and international money transfers through its global network of about 600,000 outside agents. The company handled over 270 million transactions in 2023 and is the largest money transfer company in the world.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Western Union's Finances</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Western Union's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 0.56% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
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Gross Margin: With a low gross margin of 37.47%, the company exhibits below-average profitability, signaling potential struggles in cost efficiency compared to its industry peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Western Union's EPS reflects a decline, falling below the industry average with a current EPS of 1.14.
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Debt Management: Western Union's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 3.23. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
Understanding Financial Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Western Union's P/E ratio of 3.92 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 0.87, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): The company's EV/EBITDA ratio of 3.62 trails industry averages, indicating a potential disparity in market valuation that could be advantageous for investors.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
Considering the legal perspective, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, according to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Nevertheless, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Navigating the World of Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
Delving into transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> typically prioritize those unfolding in the open market, as precisely outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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JULIE CAMERONDOE At Western Union Acquires Stock Options Worth $17K

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