Based on reports from the press release, the acquisition could directly strengthen its North American retail operations while expanding its reach beyond Intermex’s historically high-growth Latin American operations. It is also expected to accelerate digital customer acquisition, enabling faster onboarding of Western Union’s payment ecosystem.
Under the agreement, Western Union will reportedly acquire Intermex for $16 per IMXI share in cash, valuing the deal at approximately $500 million in equity and enterprise terms. This figure represents a 50% premium over Intermex’s 90-day volume-weighted average price.
Officially, the deal has been unanimously approved by both companies’ boards and is expected to close in mid-2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals. Intermex’s established brand, operational efficiency, and market expertise will be integrated into Western Union’s extensive network, creating opportunities to work better together.
Furthermore, the companies anticipate $30 million in annual run-rate cost savings within two years, with additional revenue potential through expanded product offerings. The acquisition is also expected to immediately boost Western Union’s adjusted earnings per share by over $0.10 in the first full year after closing.
