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Research Growth, AI Momentum, and Margin Expansion Highlight Wiley’s Second Quarter 2026
HOBOKEN, N.J., December 04, 2025--Wiley (NYSE: WLY), a global leader in authoritative content and research intelligence for the advancement of scientific discovery, innovation, and learning, today reported results for the second quarter ended October 31, 2025.
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