John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
WLYBNYSECommunication ServicesPublishing
As of Oct 16, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $2.62B
- P/E (TTM)
- 13.21
- Forward P/E
- 6.80
- Dividend yield
- 2.76%
- 52-week range
- $29.16$55.51
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 2.90K
John Wiley & Sons (WLYB) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $52.53 - $52.53 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $55.51 |
| 52-Week Low | $29.16 |
| Open | $52.53 |
| Volume (last close) | 152 |
| Average Volume (3M) | 2.90K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 1.67B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 198.19M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 223.83M |
| EPS (TTM) | $3.80 |
| Profit Margin | 11.90% |
| Operating Margin | 17.20% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 24.87% |
| Debt to Equity | 1.62 |
| Annual Dividend | $1.43 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.76% |
| Payout Ratio | 37.54% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Oct 6, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 2.62B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 50.75M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 13.21 |
| Forward P/E | 6.80 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 1.57 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 3.29 |
| EV/EBITDA | 9.96 |
| 50-Day MA | $50.49 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $42.27 |
| 1-Year Change | +39.62% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 16, 2026. Data sources and methodology
John Wiley & Sons at a Glance
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, John Wiley & Sons (WLYB) has a market capitalization of $2.62B. The stock trades at 13.2× trailing earnings, 6.8× forward earnings and 1.6× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $198.19M on revenue of $1.67B (a 11.9% profit margin) and generated $223.83M of free cash flow. Revenue fell 0.3% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $106.43M in cash and securities against $1.29B of debt, a net debt position of $1.18B.
John Wiley & Sons pays a quarterly dividend totaling $1.43 per share a year, a 2.76% yield at the Oct 16, 2026 close, with a 38% payout ratio and 32 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 39.6% over the past year. At $52.53 (the Oct 16, 2026 close) it sits near the top of its 52-week range of $29.16 to $55.51, above its 200-day moving average of $42.27.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Wiley & Sons
What is the current stock price for WLYB?
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, WLYB stock trades at $52.53. The 52-week range is $29.16–$55.51, with a day range of $52.53–$52.53.
What is the P/E ratio for WLYB?
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, John Wiley & Sons's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 13.2, meaning investors pay $13.2 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 6.8, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. John Wiley & Sons operates in the Communication Services sector.
Does WLYB pay dividends?
Yes, John Wiley & Sons pays a 2.76% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 16, 2026 close ($1.43 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 37.5%. The most recent ex-dividend date was October 6, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for WLYB?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for WLYB are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of WLYB?
As of the Oct 16, 2026 close, John Wiley & Sons's market capitalization is $2.67B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. John Wiley & Sons operates in the Communication Services sector within the Publishing industry.