SAN DIEGO, May  01, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of investors of Willis Towers Watson plc (NASDAQ:WTW). The investigation focuses on Willis Towers Watson&#39;s

Willis Towers Watson plc Shareholders Are Encouraged to Reach Out to Johnson Fistel for More Information About Potentially Recovering Their Losses

WTW Faces Investigation Amidst Poor Q1 Earnings and Stock Decline

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    <p>SAN DIEGO, May  01, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of investors of Willis Towers Watson plc (NASDAQ:WTW). The investigation focuses on Willis Towers Watson&amp;#39;s</p>
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    <p>Willis Towers Watson&#039;s disappointing Q1 results have prompted a law firm investigation into potential securities law violations. With slowed growth and declining margins, investor sentiment may remain negative, potentially impacting WTW&#039;s stock performance in the near term.</p>
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    <ul><li>Johnson Fistel investigates potential claims against Willis Towers Watson&#039;s executives.</li><li>WTW reported Q1 2026 revenue of $2.41 billion with 3% organic growth.</li><li>Operating margin fell by 80 basis points year-over-year.</li><li>Client project delays attributed to geopolitical uncertainties impacted career segment growth.</li><li>Following earnings report, WTW&#039;s stock price fell significantly.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li><strong>Willis Towers Watson (WTW)</strong>: Under investigation for potential securities law violations post poor earnings.</li></ul>
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    <p>This situation falls under &#039;Legal&#039; due to the ongoing investigation into WTW&#039;s compliance with securities laws, which poses potential risks to its financial stability and stock performance.</p>
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    <ul><li>Investigation findings could lead to stock volatility and further legal battles for WTW.</li><li>Continued poor earnings growth could dampen investor sentiment and pressure share prices.</li><li>Management&#039;s response to investigation could impact WTW&#039;s stock volatility in the short-term.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li>WTW disclosed $2.41 billion in revenue for Q1 2026.</li><li>Organic revenue growth for Q1 was only 3%.</li><li>Operating margins declined by 80 basis points year-over-year.</li><li>Career segment saw revenue decline due to project delays.</li><li>Risk &amp; Broking segment&#039;s organic growth was just 2%.</li></ul>
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    <p>Consider reducing WTW holdings as legal investigations and weak Q1 performance may pressure stock price.</p>
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<link type="text/css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://www.globenewswire.com/styles/gnw_nitf.css"></link><p align="left">SAN DIEGO, May  01, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of investors of Willis Towers Watson plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WTW">WTW</a>). The investigation focuses on Willis Towers Watson's executive officers and whether investor losses may be recovered under federal securities laws.</p>  <p><strong>What if I purchased Willis Towers Watson securities?</strong><br></br>If you purchased Willis Towers Watson securities and suffered losses on your investment, join our investigation now: <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=lvLuQg_PodXXocN1WL-dblsTH9aL20RKgMPJ4439gtkFbwIpbSX5q_ox7YX7FDUTu_y6WlsNR2_UsyRZvojzaEmJrge5-RGps3-WjBMNrsV8tps4xQARtHO7m3wdaedr99ktZFykszU-WEaahOvFhlTf5Xe6RclLBq_88hfja4rxlYazAQEMf4NKfAU7Fzli" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to join the investigation</a>.</p>  <p>Or for more information, contact Jim Baker at <a href="mailto:jimb@johnsonfistel.com">jimb@johnsonfistel.com</a> or (619) 814-4471.</p>  <p>There is no cost or obligation to you.</p>  <p><strong>Background of the investigation</strong><br></br>On April 30, 2026, Willis Towers Watson reported its first quarter 2026 financial results. Among other things, the Company disclosed revenue of $2.41 billion and organic revenue growth of only 3% for the quarter. The Company also reported that operating margin declined 80 basis points year-over-year.</p>  <p>In addition, Willis Towers Watson reported slower organic growth in certain areas of its business. In the Company's Health, Wealth &amp; Career segment, Career organic revenue declined as clients deferred discretionary work amid geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. The Company also stated that Career saw clients delaying projects with a moderation in advisory-related demand in North America. In the Risk &amp; Broking segment, organic revenue growth was only 2% for the quarter.</p>  <p>Following this disclosure, Willis Towers Watson's stock price declined sharply, damaging investors.</p>  <p>In light of this disclosure, Johnson Fistel is investigating whether Willis Towers Watson complied with the federal securities laws. If you suffered losses from your investment in Willis Towers Watson stock, contact Johnson Fistel.</p>  <p><strong>About Johnson Fistel, PLLP &#x7C; Securities Fraud &amp; Investor Rights</strong><br></br>Johnson Fistel, PLLP is a nationally recognized shareholder-rights law firm with offices in California, New York, Georgia, Idaho, and Colorado. The firm represents individual and institutional investors in shareholder derivative and securities class action lawsuits and also assists foreign investors who purchased shares on U.S. exchanges. To learn more, visit <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=fO7yCEjm5OTl48blaJPEEuJ_vJBxCtTyEP7Pd_HrwXudsMlohQR6Wlma0E2O-n4O2WSVPTEqCKdVwIwrD5YA0UQtwfaM8NweJ3seN_-h7uY=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.johnsonfistel.com</a>.</p>  <p><strong>Achievements</strong><br></br>In 2024, Johnson Fistel was ranked among the Top 10 Plaintiff Law Firms by ISS Securities Class Action Services, reflecting the firm's effectiveness in advocating for investors and recovering approximately $90,725,000 for clients in cases where it served as lead or co-lead counsel.</p>  <p>Attorney advertising.<br></br>Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.<br></br>Services may be performed by attorneys in any of our offices.<br></br>Johnson Fistel, PLLP has paid for the dissemination of this promotional communication, and Frank J. Johnson is the attorney responsible for its content.</p>  <p><strong>Contact</strong><br></br>Johnson Fistel, PLLP<br></br>501 W. Broadway, Suite 800<br></br>San Diego, CA 92101<br></br>James Baker, Investor Relations – or – Frank J. Johnson, Esq.<br></br>(619) 814-4471 &#x7C; <a href="mailto:jimb@johnsonfistel.com">jimb@johnsonfistel.com</a> &#x7C; <a href="mailto:fjohnson@johnsonfistel.com">fjohnson@johnsonfistel.com</a></p> <img alt="" class="__GNW8366DE3E__IMG" src="https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTcxMTQ2MyM3NTc3NzEzIzIxODE3ODk="></img> <br></br><img alt="" src="https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/N2I3MjI4NzgtNGY0ZC00YWFmLWJjMGMtMDg2YjllMzBiMzYxLTExOTMzNTgtMjAyNi0wNS0wMS1lbg==/tiny/Johnson-Fistel-PLLP.png" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></img><p><a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/bb2e6cf6-9d53-4d2e-a5d2-759cdd3b516c"><img src="https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/bb2e6cf6-9d53-4d2e-a5d2-759cdd3b516c/small/johnson-fistel-jpg.jpg" border="0" width="150" height="150" alt="Primary Logo"></img></a></p>

Willis Towers Watson's disappointing Q1 results have prompted a law firm investigation into potential securities law violations. With slowed growth and declining margins, investor sentiment may remain negative, potentially impacting WTW's stock performance in the near term.

Willis Towers Watson plc Shareholders Are Encouraged to Reach Out to Johnson Fistel for More Information About Potentially Recovering Their Losses

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