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Mar 31, 2022

Willis Towers Watson Q1 2022 Earnings Report

WTW reported first quarter earnings that were in line with expectations, reflecting improved momentum in the business.

Key Takeaways

WTW's first quarter results showed a solid start to the year, with revenue at $2.16 billion and significant progress made across strategic priorities, including launching innovative products and transforming the cost structure. The company repurchased $2.3 billion of WTW stock during the quarter.

Revenue was $2.16 billion, a decrease of 3% compared to the prior year, but increased 2% on an organic basis.

Adjusted EBITDA was $518 million, or 24.0% of revenue, up 6% compared to the prior-year first quarter.

Hiring activity in the quarter was up 23% as compared to the fourth quarter of 2021, while voluntary terminations in the quarter declined 19%.

The company realigned to provide its services and solutions to clients across two business segments: Health, Wealth & Career ("HWC") and Risk & Broking ("R&B").

Total Revenue
$2.16B
Previous year: $2.59B
-16.6%
EPS
$2.66
Previous year: $3.64
-26.9%
Organic Revenue Growth
2%
Gross Profit
$2.16B
Previous year: $2.23B
-3.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$2.2B
Previous year: $2.41B
-8.8%
Free Cash Flow
-$10M
Previous year: -$165M
-93.9%
Total Assets
$32.8B
Previous year: $38.6B
-15.0%

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Willis Towers Watson Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

The Company is maintaining its 2022 full-year targets based on current and anticipated market conditions.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income