WLY
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. · Communication Services · Publishing
Last
$53.19
+$1.70 (+3.30%) 11:15 AM ET
Prev close $51.49
Open $51.47
Day high $53.74
Day low $51.47
Volume 44,928
Avg vol 553,833
Mkt cap
$2.61B
EV/Sales
2.28
P/E ratio
13.17
FY Revenue
$1.67B
EPS
3.91
Gross Margin
74.60%
Div yield
2.82%
Sector
Communication Services
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WLY
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
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AI summarized at 9:38 AM ET, 2026-09-30
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 56 SWING: 42 LONG: 57
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−2% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.98×
RSI
59.77 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.04 (Weak)
MACD: -0.03 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
+0.56 (Strong)
MACD: 0.39 Signal: -0.18
Long-Term
+0.43 (Strong)
MACD: -0.19 Signal: -0.62
Intraday trend score 69.12

Latest news

WLY 12 articles Positive: 6 Neutral: 3 Negative: 0
Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Could Be a Great Choice

John Wiley & Sons (WLY) is highlighted as a strong dividend play for income investors, offering a 2.99% dividend yield with a current payout ratio of 34%. The stock has gained 55.93% year-to-date and is expected to see earnings growth of 14.56% in 2026, though it carries a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

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Sentiment note

Strong year-to-date performance (+55.93%), solid dividend yield (2.99%), modest but consistent dividend growth history, low payout ratio (34%) indicating room for future increases, and expected earnings growth of 14.56% in 2026 make it an attractive dividend investment opportunity.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?

John Wiley & Sons (WLY) is highlighted as a strong dividend investment opportunity with a 2.95% yield and consistent dividend growth. The company's stock has gained 58.11% year-to-date, and earnings are expected to expand with a 2026 consensus estimate of $4.80 per share, representing 14.56% year-over-year growth. With a conservative 34% payout ratio and a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), WLY presents an attractive option for income investors.

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Sentiment note

The company demonstrates strong fundamentals with a 58.11% year-to-date price gain, above-average dividend yield of 2.95% compared to industry average of 2.86%, consistent dividend growth history, and expected earnings expansion of 14.56% in 2026. The conservative 34% payout ratio indicates sustainable dividend payments with room for future growth.

Neutral Zacks Investment Research • Na
John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Beats Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

John Wiley & Sons reported Q3 2026 earnings of $0.44 per share, beating consensus estimates of $0.40, with a 10% earnings surprise. However, revenues of $386.36 million slightly exceeded expectations while declining year-over-year. The stock has surged 66.7% year-to-date but carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating due to mixed estimate revisions. The Publishing - Books industry ranks in the bottom 3% of Zacks industries, presenting significant headwinds for future performance.

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Sentiment note

While the company beat earnings estimates by 10% and significantly outperformed the market year-to-date (+66.7%), it received a Hold rating due to mixed estimate revisions and declining year-over-year revenues. The weak industry outlook (bottom 3% of industries) poses material risks to future performance despite recent positive momentum.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Na
John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Could Be a Great Choice

John Wiley & Sons (WLY) is highlighted as a strong dividend investment opportunity with a 2.69% yield, outperforming both its industry (1.99%) and the S&P 500 (1.34%). The company shows solid earnings growth projected at 14.56% for 2026, a conservative 34% payout ratio, and consistent dividend increases over the past 5 years, though it carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating.

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Sentiment note

The company demonstrates attractive dividend characteristics with a yield of 2.69% above industry and market averages, consistent dividend growth history, solid projected earnings growth of 14.56% for 2026, and a sustainable payout ratio of 34%. The stock has also appreciated 73.39% year-to-date, indicating strong performance.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
This Publishing Firm's AI Push Has Generated $100 Million. One Investor Just Increased Its Stake by $7 Million

Access Investment Management increased its stake in John Wiley & Sons by 210,580 shares (worth $6.83 million) in Q1 2026. The publishing firm has generated $100 million in cumulative AI revenue and reported strong operational improvements, with operating income up 21% and free cash flow improving significantly. The company is leveraging its proprietary content and digital platforms to drive AI-related growth while maintaining its position in academic and professional publishing.

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Sentiment note

The company has achieved $100 million in cumulative AI revenue, demonstrated strong operational metrics (21% operating income growth, 12% adjusted EBITDA growth), improved cash generation (operating cash flow up 98% YoY), and attracted investor confidence with Access Investment Management increasing its stake. Management is on track for $200 million in free cash flow this fiscal year.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Eric Trie
Access Investment Management Adds to Wiley Stake as Investors Revisit the Publishing Leader

Access Investment Management purchased 66,660 shares of John Wiley & Sons in Q3 2025, increasing its stake to 155,940 shares valued at $6.31 million, representing 1.7% of its U.S. equity assets under management.

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Sentiment note

The company is steadily rebuilding its business by focusing on core research publishing and academic learning segments, with reliable revenue from subscriptions and emerging opportunities in digital licensing

Positive The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman
Why John Wiley & Sons Stock Triumphed on Tuesday

Wiley, a book publisher, reported strong earnings that beat analyst estimates, leading to a 10% share price boost. The company's bottom-line performance improved significantly, despite a decline in revenue due to divestments. Wiley provided positive guidance for the current fiscal year, indicating continued bottom-line growth.

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Sentiment note

Wiley reported strong earnings that beat analyst estimates, leading to a 10% share price boost. The company's bottom-line performance improved significantly, and it provided positive guidance for the current fiscal year, indicating continued bottom-line growth.

Positive Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
Bilibili, MARA And ZEEKR Are Among Top 8 Mid-Cap Gainers Last Week (Mar 3-Mar 7): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Several mid-cap stocks, including Bilibili, MARA Holdings, and ZEEKR Intelligent Technology, saw significant gains last week. The article highlights the top 8 mid-cap gainers and discusses the reasons behind their performance.

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Sentiment note

The article notes that John Wiley & Sons WLY stock rose 15.77% following better-than-expected third-quarter financial results, indicating a positive sentiment.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Rich Smith
Why Wiley Stock Dropped 8% Today

John Wiley & Sons reported mixed earnings, with sales beating expectations but adjusted earnings missing. The company's research division saw solid growth, but the professional learning division was a drag on results. Wiley provided guidance for fiscal 2025, forecasting sales growth and adjusted earnings growth, but the stock appears expensive given the company's debt load and single-digit growth.

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Sentiment note

The article presents a mixed outlook for John Wiley & Sons, with both positive and negative aspects to the earnings report. While the company's research division saw solid growth and the guidance for fiscal 2025 is relatively positive, the overall earnings miss and the company's high debt load make the sentiment neutral.

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Unknown Benzinga • Lisa Levin
$70M Bet On This Industrial Stock? Check Out These 3 Stocks Insiders Are Buying

Although U.S. stocks closed lower on Wednesday, there were a few notable insider trades. When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company's prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision. Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out Benzinga's insider transactions platform. Archer Aviation The Trade: Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) 10% owner SFS UK 1 LTD. acquired a total ...

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Unknown Benzinga • Lisa Levin
Top 5 Tech And Telecom Stocks That May Explode This Month

The most oversold stocks in the communication services sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies. The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock's strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock's price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered oversold when the RSI is below 30. Here’s the latest list of major oversold players in this sector, having an RSI near or below 30. Super League Enterprise, Inc. (NASDAQ: SLE) Super League announced Preliminary record third-quarter revenue of $7 million, an increase of 55% year-over-year. Ann Hand, Chief Executive Officer of Super League, commented, “This notable revenue growth is truly a testament of our ability ...

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