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John Wiley Sons Cl A ( (WLY) ) has issued an update.
On December 4, 2025, Wiley reported its second quarter fiscal year 2026 results, highlighting significant growth in its Research segment driven by global demand and AI initiatives. Revenue for the quarter was $422 million, with operating income up 14% compared to the previous year. Despite a decline in Learning revenue due to market challenges, Wiley achieved a 19% improvement in operating cash flow and increased share repurchases by 69%. The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook, expecting strong momentum in Research and AI, while narrowing revenue guidance to the low end due to Learning segment challenges.
The most recent analyst rating on (WLY) stock is a Hold with a $38.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on John Wiley Sons Cl A stock, see the WLY Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on WLY Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, WLY is a Neutral.
The overall stock score of 62 reflects a mix of strengths and challenges. Strong financial performance in terms of gross profitability and cash flow generation is offset by declining revenue and high leverage. Technical indicators suggest bearish momentum, while valuation metrics indicate fair pricing with an attractive dividend yield. The earnings call provided a neutral sentiment, balancing growth in AI licensing with challenges in the professional publishing market.
To see Spark’s full report on WLY stock, click here.
More about John Wiley Sons Cl A
Wiley (NYSE: WLY) is a global leader in authoritative content and research intelligence, focusing on the advancement of scientific discovery, innovation, and learning. With over 200 years in the scholarly ecosystem, Wiley combines a trusted publishing heritage with AI-powered platforms, serving a wide range of stakeholders from individual researchers to Fortune 500 R&D teams.
Average Trading Volume: 419,673
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: $1.96B
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