WKL Stock Chart & Stats
CHF74.50
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Market closed
CHF74.50
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeCHF19.90 - CHF75.50
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)N/A
Market Cap
CHF14.30B
Enterprise ValueCHF16.75K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)CHF932.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)CHF5.13B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.9
Beta0.02
Next Earnings
Feb 24, 2027EPS Estimate
2.57Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.71
Shares Outstanding232,516,160
10 Day Avg. VolumeN/A
30 Day Avg. VolumeN/A
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
CHF82.61Price Target Upside10.88% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)5.26
Revenue Forecast (FY)CHF5.87B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Subscription BusinessWolters Kluwer's revenue base is largely subscription and recurring-access products sold into regulated professions. That creates predictable, sticky cash flows and high renewal economics, supporting durable revenue visibility, pricing power and long-term customer lifetime value.
High And Stable MarginsConsistently elevated gross and EBIT margins reflect a software/content mix with strong operating leverage. Sustained margins provide internal funding for R&D and M&A, underpin free cash flow generation and give resilience to competitive pressure in specialized, compliance-driven markets.
Strong Cash GenerationRobust operating cash flow and historically strong free cash flow (covering ~79–81% of earnings) support dividends, debt service and strategic investment. This persistent cash conversion is a durable fundamental that enables capital allocation despite cyclical timing swings.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage And Shrinking EquityRising debt paired with a sharply reduced equity base increases financial risk and reduces balance-sheet flexibility. Higher leverage limits capacity for opportunistic M&A, raises interest exposure in stress scenarios and amplifies volatility in returns on equity.
Revenue Growth SlowdownA marked deceleration in top-line growth limits the firm's ability to expand scale benefits and could reflect market saturation, tougher comparables, or product mix headwinds. Sustained slower growth would pressure long-term margin expansion and reinvestment capacity.
Free Cash Flow VolatilityAn almost 19% FCF drop in 2025 undermines predictability of cash available for debt repayment and returns. Given elevated leverage, FCF volatility raises refinancing and liquidity risks and makes capital allocation decisions more constrained over the medium term.
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 CHF19.90 and its highest was CHF75.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s market cap?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s market cap is CHF14.30B.
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 201 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 CHF2.637 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of CHF2.556 by CHF0.081.
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. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s EPS estimate?
Wolters Kluwer N.V.’s EPS estimate is 2.57.
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 CHF2.637 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of CHF2.556. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Wolters Kluwer N.V.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH: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
CHF82.61
▲(10.88% Upside)