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WKL Stock Chart & Stats
€62.46
€3.70(5.92%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€62.46
€3.70(5.92%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€54.64 - €117.35
Previous CloseN/A
Volume729.33K
Average Volume (3M)786.37K
Market Cap
€15.99B
Enterprise Value€16.75K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€1.49B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€5.52B
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.0
Beta0.76
Next Earnings
Feb 24, 2027EPS Estimate
2.76Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.54%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.92
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
€88.67Price Target Upside41.96% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)5.65
Revenue Forecast (FY)€6.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Subscription ModelWolters Kluwer's subscription and recurring-access model in regulated domains generates predictable, sticky revenue from high renewal rates. This creates durable cash flow visibility, strong customer lifetime value, and pricing leverage that supports reinvestment and stable operating performance over years.
High And Stable ProfitabilityConsistently high gross and EBIT margins reflect pricing power, scalable software/content economics and efficient operations across divisions. Strong margins support internal funding for product development and M&A, and provide resilience to moderate revenue softness without destroying profitability.
Strong Operating Cash GenerationA multi-year rise in operating cash flow and generally strong free cash flow indicate efficient cash conversion of earnings. This supports dividends, debt servicing and strategic investments, giving management flexibility to fund growth and weather cyclical swings without immediate external financing.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage And Shrinking EquityRising debt alongside a sharply reduced equity base materially increases financial leverage and risk. Higher leverage reduces balance-sheet flexibility, raises interest and covenant exposure, and amplifies the impact of operating shocks on solvency and strategic options over the medium term.
Recent Revenue Growth SlowdownA marked slowdown in top-line growth suggests the company may face saturation, pricing pressures, or product-mix headwinds in core regulated markets. Sustained lower organic growth would force greater dependence on cost actions or M&A to maintain total revenue and earnings momentum.
Free Cash Flow VolatilityA sharp FCF decline in 2025 despite generally strong historical cash generation raises concerns about timing effects, higher capex, or integration/outflow pressures. Persistent FCF volatility would impair the firm's ability to reliably fund dividends, debt repayment, or opportunistic investments.
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 €54.64 and its highest was €117.35 in the past 12 months.
What is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s market cap?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s market cap is €15.99B.
When is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 24, 2027 which is in 186 days.
How were Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s earnings last quarter?
Wolters Kluwer N.V. released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported €2.83 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €2.743 by €0.087.
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 Semiannually dividend of €1.59 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.54%. 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 2.76.
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 €2.83 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €2.743. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.899%.
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
€88.67
▲(41.96% Upside)