Willis Towers Watson Ranks 388th as Trading Volume Surges 39.53% Strategic Deals and Strong Q2 Earnings Highlight Resilience

On August 7, 2025, Willis Towers Watson (WTW) saw a trading volume of $0.31 billion, a 39.53% increase from the previous day, ranking it 388th in market activity. The stock closed down 0.10%, reflecting mixed investor sentiment amid a series of strategic and operational updates.

WTW partnered with Klarity to enhance life insurance underwriting through a mortality risk scoring tool, addressing gaps in traditional assessment methods. Separately, United Risk acquired WTW’s Verita CSG unit, rebranding it as Verist, while retaining existing leadership and operations. This move underscores WTW’s focus on streamlining its portfolio and leveraging third-party capabilities for growth.

Financial results for Q2 2025 highlighted resilience, with net income surging to $332 million, driven by a robust Risk & Broking segment and cost efficiencies. Despite flat revenue at $2.26 billion, the company reported a 144% year-over-year increase in diluted earnings per share. Analysts noted that rising insurance demand, fueled by extreme weather events, supported profit margins amid higher premium costs.

WTW also released a Natural Catastrophe Review, warning of sustained pressure on global insurance markets, with annual insured losses exceeding $100 billion. This aligns with broader industry challenges, as businesses prioritize risk management in an unpredictable climate. Meanwhile, the firm’s research on defined contribution plans highlighted long-term concerns about retirement savings adequacy, reinforcing its advisory role in financial planning.

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