WLY$37.1
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HoldJohn Wiley & Sons demonstrates a stable fundamental profile with a consistent dividend yield. However, recent performance trends and current technical indicators suggest a neutral outlook, making it a hold for investors seeking income rather than significant capital appreciation in the near term.
Thematic
The education and research publishing sector faces evolving digital transformation challenges. While WLY is adapting, its growth is moderate compared to more disruptive technology themes.
Fundamental
John Wiley & Sons exhibits financial stability with a consistent dividend, though recent performance shows revenue decline and a net loss. The company's balance sheet is manageable, and valuation metrics are mixed.
Technical
The stock is trading below key moving averages, and most short-term indicators suggest selling pressure. While the long-term trend might be more stable, immediate technicals indicate potential for further downside or sideways movement.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Digital Transformation in Education | 60 |
| Growth in Scientific Research Publishing | 70 |
| Shift to Subscription and Digital Content | 50 |
| Competitive Landscape | 40 |
| Market Trends in Professional Learning | 55 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 60 |
| Profitability | 50 |
| Growth | 30 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 80 |
| Dividend Yield | 90 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 40 |
| Momentum | 30 |
| Volume Confirmation | 60 |
| Support & Resistance | 50 |
| Short-term Indicators | 30 |
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Positive EPS Surprises
The company has consistently beaten earnings per share (EPS) estimates in recent quarters, with notable surprises of 7.87% (2025Q2), 29.23% (2025Q1), and 10.23% (2024Q4).
Reasonable P/E Ratio (TTM)
The trailing twelve months (TTM) Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio is 25.2, which may be considered attractive given the reported net income and revenue, especially compared to potential growth metrics.
Bearish Points (8)
Declining Revenue and Net Income
Annual revenue has decreased from $2.08 billion in 2022 to $1.68 billion in 2025Q2, and net income has swung from a profit of $148.3 million to a loss of $200.3 million in 2024Q2, signaling a significant downturn.
Volatile and High P/E Ratios
Quarterly P/E ratios have been extremely volatile, with periods of very high values (e.g., 102.1 in 2023, -78.2 in 2025Q1), indicating potential overvaluation or unstable earnings.
Calendar
July 2025
8
Ex-Dividend Date
July 2025
24
Next Dividend Date
September 2025
3
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.50
A: $0.50
L: $0.50
H: 375.00M
A: 375.00M
L: 375.00M
Profile
John Wiley & Sons, Inc., a publisher, provides authoritative content, data-driven insights, and knowledge services for the advancement of science, innovation, and learning in the United States, China, the United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, and internationally. The company's Research segment provides scientific, technical, medical, and scholarly journals, as well as related content and services in the areas of physical sciences and engineering, health sciences, social sciences, and humanities, and life sciences. This segment sells its products direct to research libraries and library consortia, as well as to researchers and professional society members, and other customers; and through independent subscription agents. The company's Learning segment offers scientific, professional, and education print and digital books; digital courseware to support students and instructors, and assessment services for businesses and professionals. This segment sells its products and services to business and leadership, technology, behavioral health, engineering/architecture, science, and professional education categories through brick-and-mortar and online retailers, wholesalers who supply such bookstores, college bookstores, individual practitioners, corporations, distributor networks, and government agencies. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. was founded in 1807 and is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey.
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Price Target
60.00 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for WLY have a max estimate of 60.00 and a min estimate of 60.00.
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