What is Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost?

Willis Towers Watson (WTW) reported defined contribution plan, cost of $41M in Q1 2026.

How has Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost changed year-over-year?

Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost increased by 2.5% year-over-year, from $40M to $41M.

What is the long-term trend for Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost?

Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost has grown at a 2.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $155M to $170M.

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Defined Contribution Plan, Cost

Willis Towers Watson Defined Contribution Plan, Cost decreased by 18.0% to $41M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 2.5%, from $40M to $41M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Defined Contribution Plan, Cost shows relatively stable performance with a 2.3% CAGR.

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StatementCash Flow Statement

SectionOther

First reportedQ1 2016

Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 30, 2026

Metric ID: other_defined_contribution_plan_cost_recognized

Historical Data

20 periods

	Q2 '21	Q3 '21	Q4 '21	Q1 '22	Q2 '22	Q3 '22	Q4 '22	Q1 '23	Q2 '23	Q3 '23	Q4 '23	Q1 '24	Q2 '24	Q3 '24	Q4 '24	Q1 '25	Q2 '25	Q3 '25	Q4 '25	Q1 '26
Value	$38.75M	$38.75M	$38.75M	$37M	$37M	$37M	$37M	$40M	$41M	$40M	$37M	$43M	$42M	$43M	$41M	$40M	$41M	$39M	$50M	$41M
QoQ Change	—	+0.0%	+0.0%	-4.5%	+0.0%	+0.0%	+0.0%	+8.1%	+2.5%	-2.4%	-7.5%	+16.2%	-2.3%	+2.4%	-4.7%	-2.4%	+2.5%	-4.9%	+28.2%	-18.0%
YoY Change	—	—	—	—	-4.5%	-4.5%	-4.5%	+8.1%	+10.8%	+8.1%	+0.0%	+7.5%	+2.4%	+7.5%	+10.8%	-7.0%	-2.4%	-9.3%	+22.0%	+2.5%

Range$37M – $50M

CAGR+1.2%

Avg YoY Growth+3.0%

Median YoY Growth+2.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost?: Willis Towers Watson (WTW) reported defined contribution plan, cost of $41M in Q1 2026.
How has Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost changed year-over-year?: Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost increased by 2.5% year-over-year, from $40M to $41M.
What is the long-term trend for Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost?: Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Willis Towers Watson's defined contribution plan, cost has grown at a 2.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $155M to $170M.