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FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS) Stock

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Stock Details

FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS), a prominent company in the financial services sector within the financial data & stock exchanges industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $267.10. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $266.62 and $495.04. This places the current price at 54.0% of its 52-week high and 0.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 12,773. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US3030751057.

52-Week Range

$495.04 - $266.62

-46.04% from high · +0.18% from low

Avg Daily Volume

12,773

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

18.35

Near market average

Forward P/E

16.23

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.68

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

5.01

EV/EBITDA

12.58

EPS (TTM)

$15.61

Price to Sales

4.67

Beta

0.84

Less volatile than market

How is FDS valued relative to its earnings and growth?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 18.35, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 16.23 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.68 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is FDS's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.84, FactSet Research Systems Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 5.01 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

25.70%

Operating Margin

29.70%

EBITDA

$905.99M

Return on Equity

29.10%

Return on Assets

11.20%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

6.20%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

73.10%

How profitable and efficient is FDS's business model?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. achieves a profit margin of 25.70%, meaning it retains $25.70 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 29.70% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 29.10% and ROA at 11.20%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are FDS's recent growth trends?
FactSet Research Systems Inc.'s revenue grew by 6.20% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 73.10% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$4.28

Dividend Yield

1.47%

Ex-Dividend Date

Aug 29, 2025

Dividend Date

Sep 18, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from FDS?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.47%, paying $4.28 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Aug 29, 2025.
How reliable is FDS's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - FactSet Research Systems Inc. pays $4.28 per share in dividends against earnings of $15.61 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 27.42%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Sep 18, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$10.8B

Revenue (TTM)

$2.32B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$61.22

Shares Outstanding

37.81M

Book Value/Share

$57.91

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is FDS's market capitalization and position?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. has a market capitalization of $10.8B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 37.81M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does FDS's price compare to its book value?
FactSet Research Systems Inc.'s book value per share is $57.91, while the current stock price is $267.10, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.61. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$339.25

27.01% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

0

Buy

2

Hold

12

Sell

5

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for FDS?
20 analysts cover FDS with 10% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The bearish sentiment could create opportunity if analysts are wrong. The consensus target of $339.25 implies 27.0% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on FDS?
Current analyst recommendations:02 Buy, 12 Hold, 5 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment indicates concerns, but contrarian investors sometimes find opportunities when Wall Street is negative.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 1, 2025, 07:20 AM

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