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
Employees9,681
Next Earnings Date3/24/2020 (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 declared a quarterly dividend on Friday, November 15th. Shareholders of record on Friday, November 29th will be given a dividend of $0.72 per share on Thursday, December 19th. This represents a $2.88 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.04%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, November 27th. 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 initiated a stock repurchase plan on Wednesday, March 28th 2018, which authorizes the company to buyback $300,000,000.00 in 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 stock is undervalued.
How were FactSet Research Systems' earnings last quarter?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE:FDS) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, December, 19th. The business services provider reported $2.58 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $2.42 by $0.16. The business services provider earned $366.70 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $367.42 million. FactSet Research Systems had a return on equity of 60.69% and a net margin of 24.99%. FactSet Research Systems's revenue for the quarter was up 4.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $2.35 earnings per share. 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 issued an update on its FY20 earnings guidance on Thursday, December, 19th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $9.85-$10.15 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $10.00. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.49-$1.50 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.50 billion.
What price target have analysts set for FDS?
13 brokers have issued 1 year target prices for FactSet Research Systems' stock. Their forecasts range from $215.00 to $270.00. On average, they expect FactSet Research Systems' stock price to reach $241.83 in the next year. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 12.3%. View Analyst Price Targets for FactSet Research Systems.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for FactSet Research Systems?
13 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 9 hold ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for FactSet Research Systems.
Has FactSet Research Systems been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about FDS stock have been trending somewhat negative on Friday, according to InfoTrie Sentiment. The research firm identifies positive and negative media coverage by reviewing more than six thousand news and blog sources. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative five to five, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. FactSet Research Systems earned a coverage optimism score of -1.2 on InfoTrie's scale. They also assigned media coverage about the business services provider a news buzz of 0.0 out of 10, meaning that recent media coverage is extremely unlikely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the next few days. View News Stories for FactSet Research Systems.
Are investors shorting FactSet Research Systems?
FactSet Research Systems saw a decline in short interest in the month of December. As of December 31st, there was short interest totalling 3,510,000 shares, a decline of 9.8% from the December 15th total of 3,890,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 333,800 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 10.5 days. Approximately 9.4% of the shares of the stock 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 Adobe (ADBE), salesforce.com (CRM), Intuit (INTU), Autodesk (ADSK), Workday (WDAY), Splunk (SPLK), Synopsys (SNPS), ANSYS (ANSS), Cadence Design Systems (CDNS), SS&C Technologies (SSNC), Citrix Systems (CTXS), Tyler Technologies (TYL), Fair Isaac (FICO), Aspen Technology (AZPN) and Guidewire Software (GWRE).
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 many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Boston Trust Walden Corp (0.29%), Tandem Investment Advisors Inc. (0.26%), Capital Investment Services of America Inc. (0.15%), Bath Savings Trust Co (0.11%), Gateway Investment Advisers LLC (0.11%) and State of Alaska Department of Revenue (0.05%). Company insiders that own FactSet Research Systems stock include Brian G Daly, Franck AR Gossieaux, 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 Tributary Capital Management LLC, Sciencast Management LP, First Hawaiian Bank, Bath Savings Trust Co, Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co., Wedge Capital Management L L P NC, IFP Advisors Inc and Fayerweather Charles. Company insiders that have sold FactSet Research Systems company stock in the last year include Brian G Daly, Franck AR Gossieaux, Frederick Philip Snow, James J Mcgonigle, 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 purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Boston Trust Walden Corp, Alpine Global Management LLC, JGP Wealth Management LLC, Cullinan Associates Inc., Gateway Investment Advisers LLC, Delaney Dennis R, Puzo Michael J and Capital Investment Services of America Inc.. 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 $275.72.
How big of a company is FactSet Research Systems?
FactSet Research Systems has a market capitalization of $10.45 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 9,681 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 45 GLOVER AVENUE, NORWALK CT, 06850. The business services provider can be reached via phone at 203-810-1000 or via email at [email protected]
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