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FactSet Research Systems (FDS) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$424.03
-2.98 (-0.70%)
(As of 09/6/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$421.57
$430.53
50-Day Range
$397.10
$442.22
52-Week Range
$391.84
$488.64
Volume
226,207 shs
Average Volume
257,378 shs
Market Capitalization
$16.13 billion
P/E Ratio
31.98
Dividend Yield
0.98%
Price Target
$432.27

FactSet Research Systems MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Reduce
1.67 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
1.9% Upside
$432.27 Price Target
Short Interest
Bearish
5.39% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-0.18
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
1.14mentions of FactSet Research Systems in the last 14 days
Based on 11 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$5.17 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
7.37%
From $16.29 to $17.49 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.09 out of 5 stars

Business Services Sector

61st out of 303 stocks

Computer Programming, Data Processing, & Other Computer Related Industry

15th out of 58 stocks

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About FactSet Research Systems Stock (NYSE:FDS)

FactSet Research Systems Inc., a financial data company, provides integrated financial information and analytical applications to the investment community in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company delivers insight and information through the workflow solutions of research, analytics and trading, content and technology solutions, and wealth. It serves portfolio managers, investment banks, asset managers, wealth advisors, corporate clients, and other financial services entities. FactSet Research Systems Inc. was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.

FDS Stock Price History

FDS Stock News Headlines

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Factset Research (FDS) Receives a Hold from RBC Capital
FactSet Schedules Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Call
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Factset Research (FDS) Gets a Hold from Wells Fargo
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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 6/20 Dividend
5/31/2024
Dividend Payable
6/20/2024
Last Earnings
6/21/2024
Ex-Dividend for 9/19 Dividend
8/30/2024
Today
9/07/2024
Dividend Payable
9/19/2024
Next Earnings (Confirmed)
9/19/2024
Fiscal Year End
8/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Computer programming, data processing, & other computer related
Sub-Industry
Application Software
CUSIP
30307510
Employees
12,237
Year Founded
1978

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$432.27
High Stock Price Target
$480.00
Low Stock Price Target
$355.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+1.9%
Consensus Rating
Reduce
Rating Score (0-4)
1.67
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$468.17 million
Pretax Margin
29.48%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$2.18 billion
Cash Flow
$18.50 per share
Book Value
$42.47 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
37,660,000
Market Cap
$16.13 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.75

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Should I Buy FactSet Research Systems Stock? FDS Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in FactSet Research Systems Inc.:

  • FactSet Research Systems Inc. has consistently increased its dividend over time, providing investors with a reliable income stream. The current annualized dividend yield of 1.02% is attractive for income-oriented investors.
  • Recent insider transactions indicate confidence in the company's future performance. Insiders selling shares at higher prices can be a positive signal for investors.
  • FactSet Research Systems Inc. has a strong return on equity of 34.48%, indicating efficient use of shareholder funds to generate profits.
  • The company's revenue for the quarter was up 4.3% compared to the same quarter last year, demonstrating growth in its core business operations.
  • FactSet Research Systems Inc. has a market capitalization of $15.80 billion, reflecting its position as a significant player in the financial data industry.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in FactSet Research Systems Inc. for these reasons:

  • The stock price of FactSet Research Systems Inc. has been fluctuating, with a 52-week high of $488.64 and a 52-week low of $391.84. Investors seeking stability may find this volatility concerning.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these FactSet Research Systems pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

FDS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have FDS shares performed this year?

FactSet Research Systems' stock was trading at $477.05 at the start of the year. Since then, FDS shares have decreased by 11.1% and is now trading at $424.03.
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How were FactSet Research Systems' earnings last quarter?

FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE:FDS) released its quarterly earnings results on Friday, June, 21st. The business services provider reported $4.37 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.91 by $0.46. The company's revenue was up 4.3% compared to the same quarter last year.

What is Phil Snow's approval rating as FactSet Research Systems' CEO?

757 employees have rated FactSet Research Systems Chief Executive Officer Phil Snow on Glassdoor.com. Phil Snow has an approval rating of 89% among the company's employees.

Does FactSet Research Systems have any subsidiaries?

FactSet Research Systems subsidiaries include these companies: CUSIP Global Services, Cobalt Software, BTU Analytics, TruValue Labs, FDSG, BI-SAM Technologies, Interactive Data Managed Solutions, and more.

Who are FactSet Research Systems' major shareholders?

FactSet Research Systems' top institutional shareholders include Ninety One UK Ltd (3.20%), Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC (3.04%), Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA (1.16%) and Fiera Capital Corp (0.77%). Insiders that own company stock include Christopher R Ellis, Frederick Philip Snow, Robin Ann Abrams, Goran Skoko, Joseph Zimmel, Robert J Robie, Kristina W Karnovsky, Katherine M Stepp, Laurie Siegel, John Costigan, Sheila B Jordan, Jonathan Reeve, Gregory T Moskoff and Gene D Fernandez.
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How do I buy shares of FactSet Research Systems?

Shares of FDS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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What other stocks do shareholders of FactSet Research Systems own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that FactSet Research Systems investors own include Starbucks (SBUX), Walt Disney (DIS), Home Depot (HD), Alphabet (GOOG), QUALCOMM (QCOM), Activision Blizzard (ATVI) and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ).

This page (NYSE:FDS) was last updated on 9/7/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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