John Wiley & Sons (WLYB) Stock Analysis & Winston Score
John Wiley & Sons is a publishing company that has been around for over 200 years. It makes textbooks, academic journals, and online learning materials used by students, researchers, universities, and professionals around the world. Wiley is one of the largest academic and professional publishers globally, and it owns well-known brands like the "For Dummies" series. Wiley makes money by selling journal subscriptions to universities and libraries, licensing digital content, and selling books and online courses. It operates worldwide, with significant revenue from North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, and generates roughly $2 billion in annual revenue. Its deep relationships with academic institutions and its large catalog of peer-reviewed research give it a durable competitive position, though the company faces ongoing pressure as universities push back on rising subscription costs and open-access publishing models continue to grow in popularity.
Winston Score: 62/100 — Good
A decent business — some strong pillars, some weaker.
- Quality: Good (20/30)
- Growth: Mixed (7/20)
- Cash Flow: Exceptional (10/10)
- Stability: Good (6/10)
- Valuation: Strong (7/10)
- Ownership: Good (10/15)
Key Facts
Price: $51.29
Market Cap: $2.7B
Sector: Communication Services
Industry: Publishing
Exchange: New York Stock Exchange

