FactSet Research Systems Inc provides integrated financial information and analytical applications to the investment community in the United States, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. The company delivers insight and information to financial investment professionals through its analytics, services, contents, and technologies. Its applications suite offers tools and resources, including company and industry analyses, full screening tools, portfolio analysis, risk profiles, alpha-testing, portfolio optimization, and research management solutions.
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Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Computer programming, data processing, & other computer related
Sub-IndustryApplication Software
SectorBusiness Services
Phone203-810-1000
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.44 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees9,571
Next Earnings Date12/17/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
FactSet Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) Frequently Asked Questions
What is FactSet Research Systems' stock symbol?
FactSet Research Systems trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "FDS."
How often does FactSet Research Systems pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for FactSet Research Systems?
FactSet Research Systems announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, August 8th. Investors of record on Friday, August 30th will be given a dividend of $0.72 per share on Thursday, September 19th. This represents a $2.88 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.17%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, August 29th. View FactSet Research Systems' Dividend History.
How will FactSet Research Systems' stock buyback program work?
FactSet Research Systems announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share buyback plan on Wednesday, March 28th 2018, which authorizes the company to buyback $300,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization authorizes the company to reacquire up to 3.8% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback plans are typically a sign that the company's board believes its shares are undervalued.
How were FactSet Research Systems' earnings last quarter?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE:FDS) posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, September, 26th. The business services provider reported $2.61 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the Zacks' consensus estimate of $2.47 by $0.14. The business services provider earned $364.28 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $362.39 million. FactSet Research Systems had a return on equity of 63.04% and a net margin of 24.58%. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 5.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $2.20 EPS. View FactSet Research Systems' Earnings History.
When is FactSet Research Systems' next earnings date?
What guidance has FactSet Research Systems issued on next quarter's earnings?
FactSet Research Systems updated its FY20 earnings guidance on Thursday, September, 26th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $9.85-10.15 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $10.51. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.49-1.50 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.51 billion.
What price target have analysts set for FDS?
12 Wall Street analysts have issued 12-month price targets for FactSet Research Systems' shares. Their forecasts range from $215.00 to $262.00. On average, they anticipate FactSet Research Systems' share price to reach $237.45 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 3.5%. View Analyst Price Targets for FactSet Research Systems.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for FactSet Research Systems?
12 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for FactSet Research Systems in the last year. There are currently 4 sell ratings and 8 hold ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for FactSet Research Systems.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about FactSet Research Systems stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about FactSet Research Systems stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "FactSet reported strong fourth-quarter fiscal 2019 results, beating both earnings and revenue estmates. The company looks strong on the back of higher organic revenues, increase in annual subscription value and robust global network. Acquisitions have helped FactSet broaden its product suite, thereby delivering innovative products and evolve as a global financial database company. The company's shareholder-friendly moves boost investors' confidence and positively impact earnings per share. FactSet's shares have outperformed its industry in the past year. However, the company continues to face stiff competition from other players providing financial market data, analytics and related services. Acquisitions-related integration risks, risks associated with foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations and high debt are other headwinds." (9/30/2019)
- 2. Cantor Fitzgerald analysts commented, "Our Neutral rating on FactSet is based on our concerns regarding the potential impact from recent economic volatility on Financial Services spending. The company is working to offset weakness in its core business with growth from new services. We expect future quarters to provide better visibility on the possible timing of a reacceleration of organic growth rates that could come from large contracts and further color on margin expansion. Valuation Summary Our PT is $209 based on 22x our 2019 non-GAAP EPS estimate." (1/13/2019)
Has FactSet Research Systems been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media coverage about FDS stock has been trending very negative on Wednesday, InfoTrie reports. The research group identifies negative and positive media coverage by monitoring more than six thousand blog and news sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative five to five, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. FactSet Research Systems earned a news sentiment score of -3.3 on InfoTrie's scale. They also assigned media headlines about the business services provider a news buzz of 8.0 out of 10, indicating that recent media coverage is very likely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next several days. View News Stories for FactSet Research Systems.
Are investors shorting FactSet Research Systems?
FactSet Research Systems saw a increase in short interest in the month of September. As of September 30th, there was short interest totalling 4,140,000 shares, an increase of 8.9% from the August 30th total of 3,800,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 376,300 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 11.0 days. Approximately 11.0% of the company's shares are sold short. View FactSet Research Systems' Current Options Chain.
Who are some of FactSet Research Systems' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to FactSet Research Systems include Baidu (BIDU), Twitter (TWTR), IHS Markit (INFO), Match Group (MTCH), Snap (SNAP), Zoom Video Communications (ZM), Pinterest (PINS), Weibo (WB), Yandex (YNDX), Trade Desk (TTD), Line (LN), 58.com (WUBA), InterXion (INXN), Wix.Com (WIX) and Sabre (SABR).
What other stocks do shareholders of FactSet Research Systems own?
Who are FactSet Research Systems' key executives?
FactSet Research Systems' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Philip A. Hadley, Exec. Chairman (Age 57)
- Mr. Frederick Philip Snow, CEO & Director (Age 55)
- Mr. Gene D. Fernandez, Exec. VP and Chief Technology & Product Officer (Age 52)
- Mr. John W. Wiseman, Exec. VP and Head of Sales, Marketing, & Client Solutions (Age 50)
- Ms. Helen L. Shan, Exec. VP & CFO (Age 50)
Who are FactSet Research Systems' major shareholders?
FactSet Research Systems' stock is owned by a variety of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Raub Brock Capital Management LP (0.22%), Capital Investment Services of America Inc. (0.14%), Bath Savings Trust Co (0.11%), Gateway Investment Advisers LLC (0.10%), State of Alaska Department of Revenue (0.05%) and Pacer Advisors Inc. (0.04%). Company insiders that own FactSet Research Systems stock include Brian G Daly, Frederick Philip Snow, James J Mcgonigle, John W Wiseman, Joseph Zimmel, Mark J Hale, Matthew J Mcnulty, Maurizio Nicolelli, Philip A Hadley, Robert J Robie, Robin Ann Abrams and Scott A Billeadeau. View Institutional Ownership Trends for FactSet Research Systems.
Which institutional investors are selling FactSet Research Systems stock?
FDS stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Pacer Advisors Inc., Bath Savings Trust Co, Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co., Crossmark Global Holdings Inc., Tributary Capital Management LLC, Capital Insight Partners LLC and Gulf International Bank UK Ltd. Company insiders that have sold FactSet Research Systems company stock in the last year include Brian G Daly, Frederick Philip Snow, John W Wiseman, Joseph Zimmel, Philip A Hadley, Robert J Robie, Robin Ann Abrams and Scott A Billeadeau. View Insider Buying and Selling for FactSet Research Systems.
Which institutional investors are buying FactSet Research Systems stock?
FDS stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including State of Alaska Department of Revenue, Capital Investment Services of America Inc., Raub Brock Capital Management LP, First Hawaiian Bank, Douglass Winthrop Advisors LLC, Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Company Ltd, First Personal Financial Services and Gateway Investment Advisers LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for FactSet Research Systems.
How do I buy shares of FactSet Research Systems?
Shares of FDS can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is FactSet Research Systems' stock price today?
One share of FDS stock can currently be purchased for approximately $246.00.
How big of a company is FactSet Research Systems?
FactSet Research Systems has a market capitalization of $9.41 billion and generates $1.44 billion in revenue each year. The business services provider earns $352.79 million in net income (profit) each year or $10.00 on an earnings per share basis. FactSet Research Systems employs 9,571 workers across the globe.View Additional Information About FactSet Research Systems.
What is FactSet Research Systems' official website?
How can I contact FactSet Research Systems?
FactSet Research Systems' mailing address is 601 MERRITT 7, NORWALK CT, 06851. The business services provider can be reached via phone at 203-810-1000 or via email at [email protected]
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