Worldline (WLN) Stock Overview
Provides payment and transaction services in Europe and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Worldline SA Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | €13.43 |
| 52 Week High | €134.00 |
| 52 Week Low | €9.05 |
| Beta | 1.84 |
| 1 Month Change | 13.69% |
| 3 Month Change | 17.06% |
| 1 Year Change | -87.52% |
| 3 Year Change | -98.80% |
| 5 Year Change | -99.51% |
| Change since IPO | -97.95% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Aug 06
WLN: Balance Sheet Repair And Cost Control Will Reshape Future Earnings Power
Analysts have raised their price expectations for Worldline into a low double digit € range, with recent target moves to around €12 to €13.70. These changes are supported by views that asset sales, the rights issue and tighter cost and portfolio management have reduced prior concerns and reshaped assumptions on fair value, growth, margins and future P/E levels.Analysis Article • Aug 05
Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Just Reported Interim Earnings: Have Analysts Changed Their Mind On The Stock?
The investors in Worldline SA 's ( EPA:WLN ) will be rubbing their hands together with glee today, after the share...
Narrative Update • Jul 23
WLN: Asset Sales And Rights Issue Execution Will Pressure Future Returns
Analysts have raised their average fair value estimate for Worldline from €2.96 to €8.00. This change reflects recent price target resets around €12 and views that asset sales, the rights issue, and tighter cost control could support a more stable margin profile and a higher future P/E assumption.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 06
WLN: Balance Sheet Repair And Cost Control Will Reshape Future Earnings Power
Analysts have raised their price expectations for Worldline into a low double digit € range, with recent target moves to around €12 to €13.70. These changes are supported by views that asset sales, the rights issue and tighter cost and portfolio management have reduced prior concerns and reshaped assumptions on fair value, growth, margins and future P/E levels.Analysis Article • Aug 05
Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Just Reported Interim Earnings: Have Analysts Changed Their Mind On The Stock?
The investors in Worldline SA 's ( EPA:WLN ) will be rubbing their hands together with glee today, after the share...Narrative Update • Jul 23
WLN: Asset Sales And Rights Issue Execution Will Pressure Future Returns
Analysts have raised their average fair value estimate for Worldline from €2.96 to €8.00. This change reflects recent price target resets around €12 and views that asset sales, the rights issue, and tighter cost control could support a more stable margin profile and a higher future P/E assumption.Narrative Update • Jul 09
WLN: Execution Risk After Asset Sale And Rights Issue Will Pressure Shares
Worldline's analyst price target has been revised sharply higher to €12, up from previous levels around €1.60, as analysts highlight the completed asset sale, rights issue, tighter cost control and portfolio optimization as key supports for the updated fair value and risk assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Worldline research updates show a mixed but still cautious stance, with some analysts lifting price targets while others remain focused on execution and growth risks following the asset sale and rights issue.
Narrative Update • Jun 25
WLN: Rights Issue And Asset Sales Will Support Future Rerating
Analysts have raised their Worldline fair value estimate to €12.80. They highlight recent asset sales, the rights issue, and a focus on cost control and portfolio optimization as key reasons for the higher price target.Narrative Update • Jun 05
WLN: Rights Issue And Cost Discipline Will Support Future Rerating
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Worldline from about €1.01 to roughly €0.42. This reflects updated price targets that take into account recent rating changes, asset sales, the rights issue, and an increased focus on cost control and portfolio optimization.Narrative Update • Apr 22
WLN: Capital Raise And Margin Discipline Will Support Future Rerating
Analysts have lowered their average price target for Worldline by approximately €0.73, citing weaker expected revenue trends, higher projected profit margins, and a lower assumed future P/E multiple following a mix of recent downgrades and target cuts, along with at least one upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Worldline reflects a mix of caution and selective optimism, with several target cuts, a downgrade from Goldman Sachs, and an upgrade from Oddo BHF all feeding into the latest reset in expectations.Narrative Update • Apr 07
WLN: Capital Raise And Margin Focus Will Support Future Re Rating
Narrative Update on Worldline Analysts have trimmed their price target on Worldline by about €0.11, reflecting updated assumptions that now point to softer revenue growth, a slightly higher profit margin, and a lower future P/E, while recent research remains mixed with both upgrades and target cuts across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Worldline shows a split between bullish analysts who are becoming more constructive and bearish analysts who remain cautious on valuation and execution.Narrative Update • Mar 24
WLN: Capital Measures And Mixed Ratings Will Reset Risk Perception
Worldline's updated analyst price target has shifted from about €2.05 to roughly €1.85, as analysts factor in recent target cuts around €1.80, along with mixed views on growth prospects and profitability assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Worldline reflects a split view, with some analysts turning more positive on execution potential while others focus on reduced valuation support and lingering risks.Narrative Update • Mar 09
WLN: Capital Measures And Cloud Migration Will Reshape Risk Perception
Narrative Update on Worldline The updated analyst price target for Worldline has edged down from about €2.12 to roughly €2.05, as analysts factor in revised assumptions around future revenue trends, profitability and P/E expectations following recent mixed rating and target moves on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Worldline has been mixed, with some firms upgrading their stance while others trim price targets or maintain cautious ratings.Narrative Update • Feb 23
WLN: Capital Measures And Cloud Migration Are Expected To Improve Risk Perception
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Worldline from about €2.26 to roughly €2.12 per share. This reflects recent cuts to Street price targets and slightly more cautious assumptions around revenue growth and future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Feb 08
WLN: Capital Measures And Margin Reset Are Expected To Improve Risk Perception
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Worldline, with several recent research updates pointing to lower fair value estimates in the €1.80 to €4.00 range as they reassess revenue trends, margin expectations, and apply more conservative forward P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Worldline reflect a mix of cautious valuation resets and selected pockets of optimism, with analysts refining their price targets and ratings as they reassess execution risk and growth potential.Narrative Update • Jan 25
WLN: Capital Actions And Margin Repair Are Expected To Reset Risk Perception
Analysts have slightly reduced their fair value estimate for Worldline from €2.35 to about €2.28 per share, reflecting lower price targets and more cautious assumptions highlighted in recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Worldline points to a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting their price targets and ratings.Narrative Update • Jan 08
WLN: Future Margin Repair And Capital Actions Are Expected To Unlock Upside
Narrative Update on Worldline Our updated view lowers Worldline's fair value estimate from €2.47 to €2.35, reflecting analysts' reduced price targets and more cautious assumptions on revenue trends, profit margins and a much higher projected forward P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Worldline reflects a mix of cautious and constructive views, with both bullish and bearish analysts adjusting their expectations and price targets.Narrative Update • Dec 19
WLN: Future Margin Rebuild And Cash Generation Are Expected To Unlock Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Worldline modestly as they factor in ongoing negative growth, slightly lower margin expectations, and weaker free cash flow generation, cutting fair value by about EUR 0.04 while keeping the discount rate and long-term growth assumptions largely unchanged. Analyst Commentary Analyst views on Worldline remain divided, with valuation cuts reflecting both lingering operational concerns and selective optimism about potential upside from a low base.Narrative Update • Dec 05
WLN: Upcoming CFO And New Funding Will Support Future Earnings Recovery
Worldline's analyst price target has been cut sharply, with expectations reset lower in light of analysts' concerns about ongoing negative growth, pressured margins, and weaker than previously forecast free cash flow generation. Analyst Commentary Analysts remain divided on Worldline's prospects, with recent target cuts reflecting both cautious reassessments of execution risk and selective optimism around long term recovery potential.Narrative Update • Nov 21
WLN: Upcoming CFO Appointment Will Drive Earnings Recovery After Index Removal
Worldline's analyst price target has dropped significantly from EUR 3.20 to EUR 2.51. Analysts have adjusted their models lower due to concerns over deteriorating revenue growth, declining margins, and ongoing cash flow challenges.Analysis Article • Nov 20
Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Looks Inexpensive After Falling 31% But Perhaps Not Attractive Enough
To the annoyance of some shareholders, Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) shares are down a considerable 31% in the last month...Narrative Update • Nov 06
WLN: Upcoming Leadership Shift Will Drive Turnaround After Market Exit
Worldline's analyst price target has been revised downward. Recent updates reflect a significant reduction based on negative growth outlook, margin deterioration, and concerns over cash flow generation, as cited by analysts.Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts Lower Worldline Targets Amid Weaker Outlook and Strategic Business Moves
Worldline's analyst consensus price target has decreased significantly from €3.56 to €3.17. This change is driven by analysts citing weaker growth prospects, reduced cash flow expectations, and lower projected profitability.Narrative Update • Oct 09
Restructuring And Digital Expansion Will Secure A Bright Future
Worldline’s analyst price target has been reduced significantly, with estimates dropping from approximately EUR 3.86 to EUR 3.56. Analysts cite worsening growth prospects and further margin pressures as reasons for this change.Analysis Article • Oct 02
Lacklustre Performance Is Driving Worldline SA's (EPA:WLN) Low P/S
Worldline SA's ( EPA:WLN ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.2x might make it look like a buy right now compared to...New Narrative • Aug 15
Restructuring And Digital Expansion Will Secure A Bright Future
Key Takeaways Strategic restructuring, portfolio optimization, and compliance enhancements are set to improve operational efficiency, stabilize margins, and restore customer trust. Focus on innovative digital payment solutions and partnerships positions Worldline to capture growth from expanding cashless and e-commerce trends, especially in core European markets.Analysis Article • Jun 26
Investors Don't See Light At End Of Worldline SA's (EPA:WLN) Tunnel And Push Stock Down 48%
The Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial 48%. The...Analysis Article • Apr 18
Worldline SA Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
The annual results for Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) were released last week, making it a good time to revisit its...Analysis Article • Mar 05
Benign Growth For Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Underpins Stock's 28% Plummet
Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 28% after a relatively good period beforehand...Analysis Article • Dec 11
Improved Revenues Required Before Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Stock's 26% Jump Looks Justified
Those holding Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 26% in the last...Analysis Article • Sep 21
Lacklustre Performance Is Driving Worldline SA's (EPA:WLN) 25% Price Drop
Unfortunately for some shareholders, the Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) share price has dived 25% in the last thirty days...Analysis Article • Aug 06
Investors Don't See Light At End Of Worldline SA's (EPA:WLN) Tunnel And Push Stock Down 26%
The Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial 26%. For...Analysis Article • Aug 04
Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Just Released Its Half-Year Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
It's been a sad week for Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ), who've watched their investment drop 17% to €8.32 in the week since...Analysis Article • May 31
Improved Revenues Required Before Worldline SA (EPA:WLN) Stock's 27% Jump Looks Justified
Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky period beforehand. Still...Analysis Article • May 05
Results: Worldline SA Delivered A Surprise Loss And Now Analysts Have New Forecasts
It's been a pretty great week for Worldline SA ( EPA:WLN ) shareholders, with its shares surging 10% to €10.97 in the...Shareholder Returns
| WLN | FR Diversified Financial | FR Market | |
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| 7D | -7.7% | -1.9% | -2.3% |
| 1Y | -87.5% | -32.1% | -1.1% |
Return vs Industry: WLN underperformed the French Diversified Financial industry which returned -32.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WLN underperformed the French Market which returned -1.1% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WLN volatility | |
|---|---|
| WLN Average Weekly Movement | 11.1% |
| Diversified Financial Industry Average Movement | 4.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 4.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in FR Market | 9.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in FR Market | 2.2% |
Stable Share Price: WLN's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the French market.
Volatility Over Time: WLN's weekly volatility (11%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of French stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 14,528 | Pierre-Antoine Vacheron | worldline.com |
Worldline SA, together with its subsidiaries, provides payment and transaction services in Europe and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Merchant Services and Financial Services. It offers merchant solutions, including in-store, online, omnichannel, cross-border payments, and payments for platforms; and merchant products, such as in-store and online payment gateways, merchant acquiring, tap on mobile, scan and pay, payment terminals, and account-to-account payments.
Worldline SA Fundamentals Summary
| WLN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | €760.25m |
| Earnings (TTM) | -€988.40m |
| Revenue (TTM) | €3.96b |
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P/S Ratio-0.8x
P/E RatioIs WLN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WLN income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | €3.96b |
| Cost of Revenue | €1.34b |
| Gross Profit | €2.61b |
| Other Expenses | €3.60b |
| Earnings | -€988.40m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -17.47 |
| Gross Margin | 66.08% |
| Net Profit Margin | -24.98% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 61.5% |
How did WLN perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/11 01:40 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Worldline SA is covered by 24 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Grégoire Hermann | Barclays |
| Yaamir Badhe | Barclays |
| Tammy Qiu | Berenberg |