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dLocal (NASDAQ: DLO) and Western Union (NYSE: WU) expanded their partnership to include remittance payouts in Africa, starting with Cameroon. The move aims to provide faster, more reliable remittance receipts via local wallets and partners. The companies plan to explore further expansion into markets like Nigeria. The World Bank estimated remittance flows into Sub-Saharan Africa reached $57B in 2024.

The DOJ is distributing $3.4M to 1,294 Western Union fraud victims, reopening claims for others. Total payouts exceed $436.9M. Western Union settled with the DOJ in 2017, forfeiting $586M. The company admitted to violations of the Bank Secrecy Act and aiding fraud. Fraudsters used schemes like fake lottery winnings and romance scams, with some Western Union agents complicit.

Western Union launched USDPT, a US dollar stablecoin on Solana, to speed up internal settlements. Issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, it's used for transactions between Western Union and its agents. Shares rose 6.5% on the news. Western Union also launched Stablecard, a USDPT-backed digital wallet and Visa card, in 37 markets. The move highlights the efficiency of blockchain for cross-border payments.

Susquehanna cut Western Union's (WU) price target to $7.00 from $8.00, citing weak consumer outlook. The stock trades near its 52-week low at $6.10. RBC and Cantor Fitzgerald also lowered estimates and targets. WU faces regulatory hurdles with the Intermex acquisition and an Australian investigation but offers a 15.4% dividend yield.

Western Union (NYSE: WU) announced it will release its Q3 2026 results on November 4, 2026, with a webcast and conference call hosted by CEO Devin McGranahan and CFO Matt Cagwin. The event will discuss financial results, with a press release issued beforehand. The webcast will be available on the company's investor relations website, with a replay available post-event. Participants can join via webcast or telephone.

Berkshire Hathaway's Q2 earnings report highlighted mixed results among its financial services group. Paymentus saw the highest guidance raise and fastest revenue growth, but its stock fell 9.3% to $31.33. Western Union reported a 1.3% revenue decline, missing expectations, and its stock dropped 20.3% to $6.13. Donnelley Financial Solutions beat revenue and EPS estimates but had the weakest guidance update, with its stock down 3.1% to $49.80.

Western Union fraud victims can claim federal money until Dec. 31, 2026. Phase Three disbursed $3.4M to 1,294 victims, totaling $436.9M for 180,000+ individuals. Eligible claims involve transfers made between 2004 and 2020. The payouts stem from a 2017 settlement with the DOJ and FTC, where Western Union forfeited $586M for aiding fraud.

Western Union (WU) and Publix Super Markets renewed their partnership, allowing customers to access Western Union's money transfer, money order, and bill payment services at Publix locations in eight states. The agreement supports Western Union's expansion with Publix into new markets, including Kentucky. Publix operates 1,432 stores across eight states, and Western Union connects 130 currencies globally.

Western Union (WU) and International Money Express (Intermex) must refile for antitrust approval, delaying their $500M merger. The companies requested early termination of the new 30-day waiting period, but regulatory hurdles persist, with California's approval still pending. The deal's long stop date is November 10, 2026.

Western Union (WU) and Intermex (IMXI) reset their merger clearance waiting period under the HSR Antitrust Act, filing a new notification on October 2, 2026. WU's dividend yield is 15.78% with a 71% payout ratio, and its stock is considered 46.1% undervalued but flagged as a possible value trap. The company's GF Score is 61/100, indicating moderate financial health with strengths in profitability but weaknesses in momentum and financial strength.