WTW Reports Third Quarter 2026 Earnings
Key Highlights
- ➤Revenue $2.46B, up 8% year over year; organic growth reached 4%
- ➤Adjusted diluted EPS $3.63, up 18% year over year
- ➤Adjusted operating margin expanded 150 basis points to 21.9%
- ➤Propel targets approximately $350M net run-rate savings and 30% adjusted margin in 2028
- ➤WTW expects 2026 share repurchases exceeding $1.0B, subject to market conditions
Expert Statements
Carl Hess, Chief Executive Officer of WTW
“WTW delivered another quarter of solid results in the face of a volatile market environment, reflecting the strength and resilience of our business.”
Carl Hess, Chief Executive Officer of WTW
“Our strategy is working. Investments in talent, technology and innovation are differentiating WTW in the market and sustaining our momentum across the company.”
Carl Hess, Chief Executive Officer of WTW
“While Propel, our AI Acceleration Plan, is in its early days, I’m excited by the initial impact we’re seeing as we scale AI to enhance client service, unlock growth opportunities, strengthen our colleague experience and drive greater efficiency.”
Carl Hess, Chief Executive Officer of WTW
“Our continued strategic progress and the strength of our client proposition give us confidence in our ability to create durable long-term value.”
* Revenue(1) increased 8% from prior year to $2.5 billion for the quarter * Organic Revenue growth of 4% for the quarter * Diluted Earnings per Share was $3.24 for the quarter, up 4% over prior year * Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share was $3.63 for the quarter, up 18% over prior year * Operating Margin was 17.4% for the quarter, down 90 basis points from prior year * Adjusted Operating Margin was 21.9% for the quarter, up 150 basis points from prior year LONDON, Oct. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WTW (NASDAQ: WTW) (the “Company”), a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026.
“WTW delivered another quarter of solid results in the face of a volatile market environment, reflecting the strength and resilience of our business,” said Carl Hess, WTW’s Chief Executive Officer. “Our strategy is working. Investments in talent, technology and innovation are differentiating WTW in the market and sustaining our momentum across the company. While Propel, our AI Acceleration Plan, is in its early days, I’m excited by the initial impact we’re seeing as we scale AI to enhance client service, unlock growth opportunities, strengthen our colleague experience and drive greater efficiency. Our continued strategic progress and the strength of our client proposition give us confidence in our ability to create durable long-term value.”
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