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Global Payments Inc. (GPN) Stock

Global Payments Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Global Payments Inc. (GPN), a prominent company in the trade & services sector within the services-business services, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $80.13. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $65.72 and $119.03. This places the current price at 67.3% of its 52-week high and 21.9% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US37940X1028.

52-Week High

$119.03

-32.68% from high

52-Week Low

$65.72

+21.93% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

12.95

Below market average

Forward P/E

6.53

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

0.60

Potentially undervalued

Price to Book

0.86

EV/EBITDA

7.59

EPS (TTM)

$6.18

Price to Sales

1.93

Beta

0.94

Less volatile than market

How is GPN valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Global Payments Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 12.95, which is below the market average of approximately 20. This lower valuation could indicate the market has modest growth expectations, or it might represent an undervalued opportunity if the fundamentals are strong. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 6.53 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 0.60 suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its growth rate.
What is GPN's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.94, Global Payments 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 0.86 indicates the stock trades below its accounting value, which could signal value or distress.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

15.50%

Operating Margin

23.30%

Return on Equity

7.10%

Return on Assets

3.23%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-0.30%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

1.60%

How profitable and efficient is GPN's business model?
Global Payments Inc. achieves a profit margin of 15.50%, meaning it retains $15.50 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 23.30% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 7.10% and ROA at 3.23%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are GPN's recent growth trends?
Global Payments Inc.'s revenue declined by 0.30% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings increased by 1.60% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.00

Dividend Yield

1.27%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/13/2025

Dividend Date

6/27/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from GPN?
Global Payments Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.27%, paying $1.00 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 6/13/2025.
How reliable is GPN's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Global Payments Inc. pays $1.00 per share in dividends against earnings of $6.18 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 16.18%. 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 6/27/2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$19.52B

Shares Outstanding

243.88M

Book Value/Share

$90.68

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is GPN's market capitalization and position?
Global Payments Inc. has a market capitalization of $19.52B, 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 243.88M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does GPN's price compare to its book value?
Global Payments Inc.'s book value per share is $90.68, while the current stock price is $80.13, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 0.88. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$94.74

18.23% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

11

Hold

19

Sell

1

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for GPN?
33 analysts cover GPN with 36% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $94.74 implies 18.2% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on GPN?
Current analyst recommendations:1 Strong Buy, 11 Buy, 19 Hold, 1 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:38 AM

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