Western Union Begins Trading on New York Stock Exchange

October 04, 2006

One of the oldest companies in the Unites States, Western Union began in 1851 as a telegraph company, is now listing its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "WU" and will be a member of the S&P 500. With its vast distribution network of more than 270,000 agent locations in over 200 countries and territories, Western Union is well positioned to continue to be a leading provider of money transfer services in the world. Western Union President and Chief Executive Officer Christina Gold rang the opening bell at the NYSE on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2006, to celebrate the occasion.