Western Union
Denver, Colorado, United States · Banking, Finance, Financial Services
Western Union CO is a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payment services. The company focuses on expanding its digital platforms and services. It aims to enhance cross-border money movement with innovative solutions. Western Union is actively involved in the financial services industry.
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Denver, Colorado, United States
- Employees
- 9,100
- Industries
- Banking, Finance, Financial Services
- Status
- Public (WU)
- Website
- westernunion.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Western Union
- : SEC 8-K (1.02):
- : SEC 8-K (1.02): On November 10, 2026, The Western Union Company (the 'Company') terminated its Merger Agreement with International Money Express, Inc. (IMXI) due to unacceptable final Conditions of Approval imposed by California’s Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. The termination was executed following the framework established in the Merger Agreement, becoming effective at 12:00 a.m. Eastern time on November 12, 2026. This decision was made as the conditions required significant alterations to Western Union's business model, which the Company deemed detrimental. No termination fees are applicable, and each party will bear its own expenses related to the agreement. This event is significant as it impacts the Company’s strategic direction and financial commitments regarding the merger.
- : SEC 8-K (8.01): The Western Union Company announced that the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act expired at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on November 2, 2026, enabling the planned merger with International Money Express, Inc. to proceed. The merger, which was initially agreed upon on August 10, 2025, will see International Money Express become a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Union. This event is significant as it marks a critical milestone towards the completion of the merger, pending the reinstatement of approval from the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation and other closing conditions outlined in the Merger Agreement. The strategic implications include enhanced market reach and service offerings for Western Union as it integrates IMXI's operations.
- : Western Union seeks merger with Intermex
- : SEC 8-K (8.01):
- : SEC 8-K (8.01): On August 13, 2026, the Company entered into an Assurance of Discontinuance (AOD) with the New York Attorney General in connection with the pending acquisition of International Money Express, Inc. (IMXI) by way of merger. This agreement resolves a review concerning the Merger's potential impact on competition for remittance services from New York to certain Latin American and Caribbean countries. As part of the commitments, the Company will maintain retail locations in New York and limit price changes for remittances for the next three years. Additionally, the California Department of Financial Protection suspended the approval extension for this acquisition, indicating further review is needed to assess the transaction's operational impact in California.
- : Western Union Partners with Rain to Launch Stablecard, Utilizing Solana's Blockchain for Seamless Transfers.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On July 20, 2026, Benjamin Adams notified The Western Union Company of his intention to participate in the Company's Voluntary Retirement Program and depart from his position as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, effective November 2, 2026. During his notice period, he will continue in his role and assist with the transition to his successor. He will receive retirement benefits including six months of base salary, a prorated 2026 target annual incentive award, and continued vesting of outstanding equity awards per the Company's long-term incentive plans, contingent upon fulfilling specific criteria. This strategic decision indicates a significant change in the management structure at The Western Union Company.
- : SEC 8-K (8.01):
- : Western Union Appoints Pedro Alegría as Vice President and General Manager
Leadership
- Pedro Alegría, Vice President
- Steven Suthiana, Global Mar/Ad-Tech, Data, Partnerships, and Commerce Innovation
- Carlos Dubuc, Global Head of Cards & Accounts
- Laura Paglioni, Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter
- Luis Montenegro, Regional Manager
- Renuka Pardeshi, Global Talent Acquisition
- Nithin B, Solutions Architect
- Harish Rawat, Talent Acquisition Recruiter
- Eduardo Moreira, Product Marketing Manager - Americas Region
- Erika Santos, Senior Consultant, Global Talent Acquisition
- Natalia Cabanas, Senior Recruiter
- Vince Tallent, Chief Executive Officer
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Employee benefit plans
Western Union files 4 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
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About Western Union: questions and answers
What does Western Union do?
Western Union CO is a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payment services. The company focuses on expanding its digital platforms and services. It aims to enhance cross-border money movement with innovative solutions. Western Union is actively involved in the financial services industry.
Where is Western Union headquartered?
Western Union is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, United States.
How many employees does Western Union have?
Western Union has about 9,100 employees.
Who leads Western Union?
Pedro Alegría is a Vice President at Western Union.
What is the latest news on Western Union?
On Nov 13, 2026, SEC 8-K (1.02):
Is Western Union a public company?
Yes. Western Union is publicly traded under the ticker WU.
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