Wolters Kluwer N.V. (NL:WKL)
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WKL Stock Chart & Stats
€71.34
-€1.95(-1.34%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€71.34
-€1.95(-1.34%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€55.90 - €149.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.03M
Average Volume (3M)786.37K
Market Cap
€13.71B
Enterprise Value€17.86B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€932.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€5.13B
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.6
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
2.62Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.75%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.71
Shares Outstanding232,516,160
10 Day Avg. Volume646,064
30 Day Avg. Volume786,367
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.63
Price to Book (P/B)25.57
Price to Sales (P/S)3.33
P/FCF Ratio14.94
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€89.50Price Target Upside25.46% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)5.57
Revenue Forecast (FY)€6.28B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Subscription ModelA subscription-heavy model with products embedded in professional workflows creates high customer stickiness and predictable recurring revenue. Over 2–6 months this supports stable top-line visibility, steady renewal-driven cash flow and easier planning for product investment and client retention programs.
High And Stable ProfitabilityMulti-year revenue growth combined with consistently strong gross and EBIT margins implies durable operating leverage. These margins support reinvestment into product development and international expansion, enabling sustainable cash generation and resilience against cyclical pressures over the medium term.
Strong Cash GenerationRobust operating cash flow and sizeable free cash flow historically back internal investment, dividends and deleveraging. Persistent cash conversion indicates quality of reported profits and provides financial flexibility to fund product upgrades and integrations that sustain competitive positioning over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage And Shrinking EquityHigh absolute debt and a sharply reduced equity base materially raise financial risk and constrain balance-sheet flexibility. This amplifies refinancing and interest-rate exposure, limits capacity for opportunistic M&A or cushion in a downturn, and makes earnings returns appear stronger due to leverage effects.
Recent Revenue SlowdownA marked slowdown in reported revenue growth and some margin variability suggest pressure on organic expansion or pricing power. If persistent, this could reduce operating leverage benefits, slow cash-flow growth, and require higher investment to restore topline momentum over the coming months.
Free Cash Flow VolatilitySignificant year-to-year swings in free cash flow complicate planning for capital allocation and debt servicing. A material FCF drop reduces the margin of safety for dividends and deleveraging, and if driven by higher recurring investments or timing effects, may persistently tighten near-term financial flexibility.
Wolters Kluwer N.V. News
WKL FAQ
What was Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Wolters Kluwer N.V. lowest stock price was €55.90 and its highest was €149.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s market cap?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s market cap is €13.71B.
When is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 52 days.
How were Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s earnings last quarter?
Wolters Kluwer N.V. released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported €3.291 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €2.55 by €0.741.
Is Wolters Kluwer N.V. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Wolters Kluwer N.V. pay dividends?
Wolters Kluwer N.V. pays a Quarterly dividend of €1.59 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.75%. See more information on Wolters Kluwer N.V. dividends here
What is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s EPS estimate?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s EPS estimate is 2.62.
How many shares outstanding does Wolters Kluwer N.V. have?
Wolters Kluwer N.V. has 232,516,160 shares outstanding.
What happened to Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Wolters Kluwer N.V. reported an EPS of €3.291 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €2.55. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.476%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Wolters Kluwer N.V.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in NL:WKL
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Company Description
Wolters Kluwer N.V.
Wolters Kluwer N.V. is an international enterprise delivering specialized professional information, software solutions, and services across its home country, the Netherlands, the wider European continent, North America (including the United States and Canada), and the Asia Pacific region. Its operations are structured into four key divisions: Health; Tax & Accounting; Governance, Risk & Compliance; and Legal & Regulatory. The Health segment provides advanced clinical technology and data-backed solutions, empowering healthcare professionals to make informed decisions and achieve superior patient outcomes. Its offerings cater to a wide range of clients, including hospitals, clinics, various healthcare providers, individual medical practitioners and students, educational institutions like nursing and medical schools, libraries, retail pharmacies, insurance payers, and organizations within the life sciences sector. Through its Tax & Accounting segment, the company develops tools that enhance productivity, aid in managing evolving regulations, and secure improved results for tax, accounting, and auditing specialists. These solutions serve accounting firms, corporate finance teams, tax and audit departments, government bodies, libraries, and academic institutions. The Governance, Risk & Compliance division delivers technology-driven services and products focused on legal entity compliance, legal operations oversight, adherence to banking product regulations, and comprehensive regulatory reporting. Its clientele includes legal, compliance, and risk management experts within corporations, small enterprises, law firms, insurance providers, banks, alternative lenders, credit unions, leasing corporations, and securities firms. Finally, the Legal & Regulatory segment furnishes evidence-based data, practical insights, and seamless workflow tools, assisting clients in making optimal choices and simplifying compliance procedures. This segment empowers legal and compliance specialists, operational risk managers, and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) managers to boost their efficiency and output, reduce risks, and confidently resolve intricate challenges across law firms, corporate entities, universities, and government agencies. Established in 1836, Wolters Kluwer N.V. maintains its headquarters in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands.
WKL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€89.50
▲(25.46% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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