
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does John Wiley & Sons (WLY) have what it takes?
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLY) is a premier global provider of educational materials and research solutions, committed to advancing knowledge across multiple sectors. Its diverse portfolio encompasses academic publishing, professional development resources, and cutting-edge digital platforms, effectively serving learners and professionals in a rapidly changing educational landscape. With a strategic focus on digital transformation and content accessibility, Wiley positions itself as a vital partner in enhancing educational and research productivity. The company's dedication to quality and innovation solidifies its reputation and leadership within the industry, ensuring it can adeptly respond to the evolving needs of its global clientele.
| Revenue (TTM) | $1.68B |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $1.25B |
| EBITDA | $351.80M |
| Operating Margin | 24.70% |
| Return on Equity | 27.70% |
| Return on Assets | 6.77% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $31.95 |
| Book Value | $16.68 |
| Price-to-Book | 3.16 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 1.57 |
| EV/Revenue | 2.01 |
| EV/EBITDA | 8.32 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 108.40% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 1.20% |
| Shares Outstanding | $42.00M |
| Float | $38.61M |
| % Insiders | 9.78% |
| % Institutions | 104.98% |
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Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does John Wiley & Sons (WLY) have what it takes?

Does John Wiley & Sons (WLY) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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HOBOKEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wiley (NYSE: WLY), a global leader in authoritative content and research intelligence for the advancement of scientific discovery, innovation, and learning, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3575 per share on its Class A and Class B Common Stock, payable on July 23, 2026, to shareholders of record on July 7, 2026. The quarterly dividend is equivalent to an annual dividend of $1.43 per share, an increase from $.

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John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLY) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

John Wiley & Sons NYSE: WLY executives said the company delivered record margins and sharply higher cash flow in fiscal 2026, while positioning its research publishing assets as a foundation for growth in artificial intelligence and data analytics.

NORFOLK, VA., June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Old Dominion University Board of Visitors today announced a formal contract extension for President Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D., securing his steadfast leadership of the institution through 2032. The extension reflects the Board's unwavering confidence in President Hemphill's visionary leadership and recognizes one of the most consequential periods of advancement, growth and transformation in Old Dominion University's history.