Why Is Western Union Stock Falling on Friday?

Western Union (NYSE: WU) stock is falling on Friday after reporting quarterly earnings and sales that missed analyst estimates and subsequently lowering its full-year 2026 guidance. Several Wall Street firms, including Morgan Stanley, Susquehanna, and Barclays, have reiterated or lowered their ratings and price targets for the company. The stock is experiencing significant bearish momentum, trading at a new 52-week low and well below its key moving averages.