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FactSet Research Systems Stock FDS

FactSet Research Systems Inc. · SEC filings · Reporting currency USD · Quarterly reporting · Figures as of Q4 FY2026 (Jun to Aug 2026) · updated 2026-10-13 · checked 2026-10-14 · ISIN US3030751057 · WKN 901629

FactSet Research Systems stock (FDS): Quarterly and annual results since 2023 from Quarterly Report and SEC filings: revenue, earnings, balance sheet, cash flow and management guidance, every figure with its source. As of 09/2026, quarterly reporting. Stock analysis by NadirAlpha. FactSet Research Systems stock (FDS): listed on NYSE, index S&P 500, WKN 901629. NadirAlpha has evaluated 46 original documents, cross-checked every figure automatically and linked each to its source; sources as of 09/2026. Revenue Q4 FY2026 (Jun to Aug 2026): USD 635 million (+6% year on year). Latest reading: New market, Revenue accelerating.

strategy: New market Revenue accelerating ◦

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FactSet Research Systems Current Status

Summary of the most recent reporting period of FactSet Research Systems (Q4 FY2026): core figures, drivers and management statements, every figure with a source number. NadirAlpha methodology

Assessment by NadirAlpha, as of Q4 FY2026 (Jun to Aug 2026).

In Q4 FY2026, FactSet reported GAAP revenues of 634.7M, representing year-over-year growth of 6.3%, with organic revenues up 7.1% 30. Adjusted diluted EPS reached 4.52, up 11.6% from 4.05 in the prior year period, marking the 30th consecutive fiscal year of adjusted diluted EPS growth 30. Full-year GAAP revenues of –M extended FactSet's streak to 47 consecutive years of revenue growth 30. FactSet returned $808 million to shareholders during fiscal 2026 and declared its twenty-seventh consecutive annual dividend increase 30.
Management commentary on the FY2026 results (8-K-EX99.1, 2026-09-30):
“FactSet delivered strong results, highlighted by a record increase in organic ASV for both the fourth quarter and fiscal year with continued momentum across our AI and data solutions. During the year, we accelerated innovation, strengthened commercial execution, and improved productivity across the organization. As demand for trusted financial intelligence continues to grow, FactSet's high-quality data, embedded workflows, service excellence, and deep client relationships position us to drive sustainable growth and long-term shareholder value.” Sanoke Viswanathan, CEO 30
Revenue · 2026-Q4635$m+6.3 % vs. 2025-Q4
Net profit · 2026-Q4121$m−21.2 % vs. 2025-Q4
EPS · 2026-Q43.35$−16.2 % vs. 2025-Q4
Revenue trend
Guidance
For FY2027, FactSet Research Systems guides Operating margin 31 to 32%; Organic ASV growth 5 to 6.5% (initiated). 30
Profitability
Q4 FY2026 GAAP operating income was 156.6M and adjusted operating income was 209.4M 130. GAAP net income for the quarter was 121.1M 130. Net cash provided by operating activities in Q4 was 204.7M; for full fiscal year 2026, free cash flow was $707.5 million, up 14.6% year over year 30.
Leverage
At the end of Q4 FY2026, cash stood at 233.3M and net debt at 1,136.7M; no LTM Net-Debt/EBITDA ratio is stated in the available sources 130. Net debt was substantially lower than the 1,101.6M reported at the end of Q3 FY2026, reflecting operating cash generation and capital activity during the year 130. During Q4, FactSet repurchased 552,064 shares for $138.0 million at an average price of $249.90 per share 30.
Recurring
Organic ASV reached $2,568.2 million at the end of Q4 FY2026, an increase of $168.2 million or 7.0% year over year 30. Annual ASV retention remained above 95%, indicating broad retention within the subscription base 30. During Q4, the average renewal contract length increased by approximately 30%, indicating clients are committing to longer subscription terms 30.
Management view
AI solutions ASV added during fiscal 2026 more than doubled year over year, reflecting expanding client adoption of FactSet's artificial intelligence product offerings 30.
Change
GAAP diluted EPS in Q4 FY2026 was 3.35 130, lower than 4.00 in the prior year period 30. Full-year GAAP operating income of –M was lower than 748.3M in fiscal 2025 130. Full-year GAAP net income of –M was also lower than 597M in the prior fiscal year 130.
Risks (current)
A material weakness in IT general controls over revenues, accounts receivable, and deferred revenues has been identified, with remediation efforts ongoing and no certain completion timeline 23 27. A class action lawsuit related to the CGS acquisition remains pending, with litigation outcomes described as difficult to predict 23. Tax audits in multiple jurisdictions are ongoing; a sales tax dispute with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts was resolved for approximately $66.2 million in November 2024 23.
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FactSet Research Systems Stock: Key Figures ($m)

Revenue, margin, earnings and EPS of FactSet Research Systems per fiscal year, half-year and quarter in $m, as of Q4 FY2026, as reported in the filing; restatements show the most recent filing version. NadirAlpha extracts all values automatically from the filings; errors are possible; please verify decision-relevant figures yourself by clicking through to the linked original. NadirAlpha methodology

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EPS ($) · annual basis, as reported
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Revenue ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
Net income ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
EPS ($) · quarterly basis, as reported
Operating cash flow ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
Cash ($m) · annual basis, as reported
Debt ($m) · annual basis, as reported
Net Debt ($m) · annual basis, as reported
Capex ($m) · annual basis, as reported
FCF ($m) · annual basis, as reported
D&A ($m) · annual basis, as reported
Cash ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
Debt ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
Net Debt ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
Capex ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
FCF ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
D&A ($m) · quarterly basis, as reported
Shown: the most recent fiscal years. Full history since FY2016 is on record.

Fiscal years

Amounts in $m · EPS in $ per share · as reported
FactSet Research Systems stock: key figures on annual basis, FY2023 to FY2025, in $m. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
PeriodCalendar quarterRevenueOp. incomeOp. income (adj.)Net incomeEPS ($)EPS adj. ($)EBITDA (adj.)OCFSource
FY2025Q3/2024–Q3/20252,321.7748.3843.4359715.5516.98934.97726.3123
FY2024Q3/2023–Q3/20242,203.1701.3832.65537.113.9116.45847.54700.3123
FY2023Q3/2022–Q3/20232,085.5629.2754.1468.212.0414.65776.62645.6115

Quarters

Amounts in $m · EPS in $ per share · as reported
FactSet Research Systems stock: key figures on quarterly basis, 2023-Q1 to 2026-Q4, in $m. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
PeriodCalendar quarterPublishedRevenueOp. incomeOp. income (adj.)Net incomeEPS ($)EPS adj. ($)EBITDA (adj.)FCFCashNet DebtSource
2026-Q4*Q2–Q3/20262026-09-30634.7156.6209.4121.13.35*≈4.52209.2–233.31,136.7130
2026-Q3*Q1–Q2/20262026-07-01622.9166.3211.8126.73.504.53220.2254288.11,101.6129
2026-Q2*Q4/2025–Q1/20262026-03-31611185214.1133.13.594.46233.2185.7268.31,100.9~26
2026-Q1*Q3–Q4/20252025-12-18607.6192.1220.1152.64.064.51248.890.4275.41,093.3~24
2025-Q4*Q2–Q3/20252025-09-18596.9177.3201.7153.64.00*≈4.05244.6178.1337.71,030.6122
2025-Q3*Q1–Q2/20252025-06-23585.5194.2215.3148.53.874.27235.9228.6356.41,073.820
2025-Q2*Q4/2024–Q1/20252025-03-20570.7185.5212.7144.93.764.28224.6150.2278.51,193.618
2025-Q1*Q3–Q4/20242024-12-19568.7191.3213.81503.894.37229.960.5289.21,069.916
2024-Q4*Q2–Q3/20242024-09-19562.2127.9201.489.52.32*≈3.74170.5137.2423943114
2024-Q3*Q1–Q2/20242024-06-21552.7202.5218158.14.094.37239.9216.9453.1974.612
2024-Q2*Q4/2023–Q1/20242024-03-21545.9181.9209.3140.93.654.22218.1121.9381.71,107.8~10
2024-Q1*Q3–Q4/20232023-12-19542.2189204148.63.844.12–138.7411.91,139.3~108
2023-Q4*Q2–Q3/20232023-09-21535.8116.1179.165.11.67*≈3.02171.2–425.41,187.36
2023-Q3*Q1–Q2/20232023-06-22529.8172190.9134.73.463.79205.3192.6486.61,187.6~104
2023-Q2*Q4/2022–Q1/20232023-03-23515.1169.2190.7131.63.383.80199.7147.2445.31,290.3102
2023-Q1*Q3–Q4/20222023-01-05504.8171.9193.4136.83.523.99200.4288.7437.11,422101
* derived: values with formula provenance (hover); Q4 = FY − 9M · H2 = FY − H1 · EPS via implied shares · net debt = financial debt − cash · FCF = OCF − |capex|.
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FactSet Research Systems Balance Sheet & Cash Flow ($m)

Point-in-time balance sheet items of FactSet Research Systems (cash, financial debt) and cash flow items per fiscal year, half-year and quarter, derived values with their formula in the popover. NadirAlpha extracts all values automatically from the filings; errors are possible; please verify decision-relevant figures yourself by clicking through to the linked original. NadirAlpha methodology

Fiscal years

Amounts in $m · as reported
FactSet Research Systems stock: balance sheet and cash flow on annual basis, FY2023 to FY2026, in $m. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
PeriodCalendar quarterPublishedCashDebtNet DebtD&AOCFCapexFCFSource
FY2026Q3/2025–Q3/20262026-09-30233.31,3701,136.7180.8822.2––130
FY2025Q3/2024–Q3/20252025-09-18337.71,368.31,030.6157.7726.3108.8617.522
FY2024Q3/2023–Q3/20242024-09-194231,366943125.2700.385.7614.714
FY2023Q3/2022–Q3/20232023-09-21425.41,612.71,187.3105.4645.660.8584.86

Quarters

Amounts in $m · as reported
FactSet Research Systems stock: balance sheet and cash flow on quarterly basis, 2023-Q1 to 2026-Q4, in $m. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
PeriodCalendar quarterPublishedCashDebtNet DebtD&AOCFCapexFCFSource
2026-Q4Q2–Q3/20262026-09-30233.31,3701,136.747.1204.7––130
2026-Q3Q1–Q2/20262026-07-01288.11,389.71,101.645.9284.530.5254129
2026-Q2Q4/2025–Q1/20262026-03-31268.31,369.2~1,100.9~43.7211.726185.726
2026-Q1Q3–Q4/20252025-12-18275.41,368.7~1,093.3~44.1121.330.890.424
2025-Q4Q2–Q3/20252025-09-18337.71,368.31,030.642.7212.134178.1122
2025-Q3Q1–Q2/20252025-06-23356.41,430.21,073.840.8253.825.2228.620
2025-Q2Q4/2024–Q1/20252025-03-20278.51,472.21,193.638.417423.7150.218
2025-Q1Q3–Q4/20242024-12-19289.21,359.11,069.935.786.425.960.516
2024-Q4Q2–Q3/20242024-09-194231,36694334163.226137.2114
2024-Q3Q1–Q2/20242024-06-21453.11,427.8974.632.5238.221.3216.912
2024-Q2Q4/2023–Q1/20242024-03-21381.71,489.5~1,107.8~31.6143.821.9121.910
2024-Q1Q3–Q4/20232023-12-19411.91,551.1~1,139.3~27.1155.116.5138.7108
2023-Q4Q2–Q3/20232023-09-21425.41,612.71,187.326.7155.7––6
2023-Q3Q1–Q2/20232023-06-22486.61,674.2~1,187.6~26.5218.626192.6104
2023-Q2Q4/2022–Q1/20232023-03-23445.31,735.61,290.326.2164.717.5147.2102
2023-Q1Q3–Q4/20222023-01-05437.11,859.11,42226106.61888.7101
Debt = long-term + current · Net debt = debt − cash · FCF = OCF − capex.
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FactSet Research Systems Guidance Tracking (latest per metric/period · 14/26)

All forecasts (guidance) of the FactSet Research Systems management and their later outcome: per metric and period the most recent statement applies, the status is checked against the reported actuals. NadirAlpha methodology

Actuals: revenue in $m · EPS in $ per share · ratios in %

Direction: confirmedcutinitiatedraised Verdict: beatin linemisspending

FactSet Research Systems: guidance and actuals per metric and period, 26 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
For periodGuided onMetricGuidedActualVerdictDirectionSource
FY20272026-09-30Operating margin31–32%––30
FY20272026-09-30Organic ASV growth5–6.5%–30
FY20262026-03-31Revenue2,450–2,470–29
FY20262026-03-31EPS (GAAP)14.85–15.35–26
FY20262026-03-31EPS (non-GAAP)17.25–17.75–29
FY20262026-03-31Organic ASV growth130–160–26
FY20262025-09-18Tax rate18–19%–24
FY20262025-09-18Operating margin34–35.5%–29
FY20252025-06-23Organic ASV100–130––20
FY20252025-03-20Revenue2,305–2,3252,321.720
FY20252025-03-20EPS (GAAP)14.8–15.415.5520
FY20252025-03-20Operating margin32–33%32.220
FY20252025-03-20Organic ASV growth100–130––18
FY20252024-09-19EPS (non-GAAP)16.8–17.416.9820
FY20242024-06-21Revenue2,180–2,1902,203.112
FY20242024-06-21EPS (GAAP)14.55–14.9513.9112
FY20242024-06-21EPS (non-GAAP)16–16.416.4512
FY20242024-06-21Operating margin37.0%-37.5%31.8–12
FY20242024-06-21Organic ASV plus professional services growth85–120––12
FY20242023-12-19Revenue growth (YoY)5.5–6%5.68
FY20242023-09-21Tax rate17–18%––6
FY20232023-06-22Revenue2,1002,085.54
FY20232023-06-22EPS (non-GAAP)14.75–15.1514.654
FY20232023-06-22Operating margin35–36%30.24
FY20232023-06-22Organic ASV plus professional services growth145–175––4
FY20232023-03-23Organic ASV plus professional services145–175––2
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FactSet Research Systems Stock: Price & Chart

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FactSet Research Systems Event Timeline

What happened at FactSet Research Systems since 2023: events from the filings, grouped by quarter, with the source date and a clickable source number. NadirAlpha methodology

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earningsrevenuemarginguidancestrategy2023-Q12023-Q22023-Q32023-Q42024-Q12024-Q22024-Q32024-Q42025-Q12025-Q22025-Q32025-Q42026-Q12026-Q22026-Q32026-Q4
2026 · 10 events

Revenue accelerating ◦ 2026-09-30
Q4 GAAP revenues grew 6.3% to 634.7 million; organic revenues up 7.1% year over year 30
New market 2026-09-30
AI solutions ASV added in fiscal 2026 more than doubled year over year 30

“FactSet's strong third quarter results reflect solid execution against our strategic priorities and continued demand for our differentiated content, analytics, and workflow solutions. Clients are choosing FactSet to power critical workflows and informed decision-making, driving a robust pipeline and accelerating enterprise contracts. Across regions and firm types, clients are expanding their relationships with FactSet and actively adopting our AI solutions, reinforcing our confidence in FactSet's sustained growth and long-term value.” Sanoke Viswanathan, CEO 29
Revenue accelerating ◦ 2026-07-01
GAAP revenues grew 6.4% to 622.9 million; organic revenues increased 7.0% year over year 29
Margin compressing 2026-07-01
GAAP operating margin decreased to 26.7% from 33.2% in the prior year, primarily due to higher operating expenses including CEO compensation costs and restructuring charges 28
New market 2026-07-01
More than 90% of FactSet's Top 50 clients now use four or more AI products; new partnerships announced with Google Cloud, Finster AI, and TIFIN.AI 29

“FactSet delivered another quarter of accelerating growth, driven by the strength of our data, the depth of our workflow integration, and the trust our clients place in us to run their most critical processes. In light of continued momentum across the business, we are raising our growth outlook for the year and remain focused on disciplined execution and targeted investments to expand our opportunity and strengthen operating leverage over time.” Sanoke Viswanathan, Chief Executive Officer 26
Revenue accelerating ◦ 2026-03-31
GAAP revenues increased 7.1% to 611 million; organic revenues grew 6.8% year over year 26
Margin compressing 2026-03-31
Adjusted operating margin decreased to 35.0% from 37.3% in the prior year, mainly due to higher compensation and technology-related expenses 26
Guidance raised 2026-03-31
FY2026 organic ASV growth guidance raised to $130-$160 million from $100-$150 million; GAAP revenue and adjusted diluted EPS guidance also raised 26

“FactSet's strong start to the year underscores the quality of our data and products and the strategic role our platform and analytical services play across the financial ecosystem. We see significant opportunity ahead and are executing with urgency to deliver tangible results, with three clear priorities: driving commercial excellence, increasing productivity, and advancing our long-term strategy.” Sanoke Viswanathan, Chief Executive Officer 24
Revenue accelerating ◦ 2025-12-18
GAAP revenues increased 6.9% to 607.6 million; organic revenues grew 6.0% year over year 24
Margin compressing 2025-12-18
Adjusted operating margin decreased to 36.2% from 37.6% year over year, mainly due to higher technology and third-party content expenses 24
2025 · 12 events

“FactSet's strong fourth quarter performance reflects the power of our differentiated data, open platform, and client-centric culture. We are at a strategic inflection point, where AI and data-driven innovation are reshaping workflows across financial markets. FactSet has the talent, technology, and data capabilities to lead this transformation. We will continue to build on our foundation of deep and trusted client relationships and disciplined execution while investing to drive sustainable, long-term value for clients and stockholders.” Sanoke Viswanathan, Chief Executive Officer 22
Revenue accelerating ◦ 2025-09-18
GAAP revenues grew 6.2% to 596.9 million, driven by institutional buy-side and wealth clients; organic ASV rose 5.7% year over year to $2,370.9 million 22
Margin expanding 2025-09-18
GAAP operating margin expanded to 29.7% from 22.7% prior year, driven by revenue growth and lapping of prior-year Massachusetts sales tax dispute charges that weighed on the year-ago comparison 22
Divestiture 2025-09-18
Completed divestiture of RMS Partners business to BlueMatrix on August 29, 2025 22

“We are pleased with our third quarter performance, which reflects the execution of our enterprise solution strategy. With a healthy pipeline and increased momentum, we are well-positioned to finish the fiscal year with strength. As FactSet prepares for its next chapter of leadership, I'm proud of the solid foundation we've established, built on innovation, client trust, and industry-leading data and workflow solutions. This platform gives me great conviction in the Company's continued success.” Phil Snow, CEO of FactSet 20
Operational disruption 2025-07-03
Material weakness in internal control over financial reporting identified, relating to IT general controls supporting revenue, accounts receivable, and deferred revenue processes 21
earnings 2025-06-23
GAAP diluted EPS decreased 5.4% to 3.87 and net income fell to 148.5 million from $158.1 million in the prior-year quarter, driven by higher employee compensation costs and intangible asset amortization 20 21
Strategic pivot 2025-06-23
Sanoke Viswanathan appointed CEO effective early September 2025, succeeding Phil Snow who will remain a senior advisor through end of calendar year 20

“With increased visibility into the remainder of the fiscal year, we are reaffirming the 5% midpoint of our organic ASV growth guidance and narrowing the range of anticipated top-line outcomes. The strength of our full-year pipeline and constructive dialogue with our clients position our business positively for growth acceleration in the second half of the year.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 18
Acquisition 2025-04-04
Completed acquisition of LiquidityBook for $243.8 million net of cash in February 2025, adding cloud-native trading solutions and OMS and IBOR capabilities 19
Margin compressing 2025-03-20
GAAP operating margin decreased to 32.5% from 33.3% and adjusted operating margin decreased to 37.3% from 38.3%, primarily due to acquisition-related professional fees and higher technology expenses 18
Guidance confirmed 2025-03-20
Fiscal 2025 guidance updated: organic ASV growth range narrowed to $100-130 million, GAAP revenues $2,305-2,325 million, adjusted operating margin 36-37%, adjusted diluted EPS $16.80-17.40 18

“Clients increasingly look to us as a partner of choice to bring greater productivity and unlock efficiencies across their enterprise workflows. As we enter our second quarter, we have a robust pipeline fueled by the strength of our diverse portfolio of innovative solutions that deliver value and resonate with our clients.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 16
Acquisition 2025-01-08
Completed acquisition of Irwin (Platform Group Limited) for $120.2 million net of cash, expanding investor relations and capital markets platform capabilities 17
Revenue accelerating ◦ 2024-12-19
GAAP revenues grew 4.9% to 568.7 million with organic revenue growth of 4.7%; organic ASV rose 4.5% to $2,258.8 million year over year 16
Margin compressing 2024-12-19
GAAP operating margin decreased to 33.6% from 34.9% year over year due to higher amortization of intangible assets and professional fees 16
2024 · 11 events

“During a time of technological change and an external environment marked by both uncertainty and opportunity, FactSet's open platform strategy is resonating with clients seeking growth and efficiency. Our commitment to innovation ensures our comprehensive data and analytical tools are fully available to our clients, empowering them to achieve their goals.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 14
Acquisition 2024-10-29
Agreement to acquire Platform Group Limited (Irwin) for $125.0 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis 15
Operational disruption 2024-09-19
FactSet charged approximately $54 million related to a Massachusetts sales tax dispute in Q4, bringing total charge including prior years to approximately $64 million 14
Margin expanding 2024-09-19
Full-year GAAP operating margin increased to 31.8% from 30.2%; adjusted operating margin improved to 37.8% from 36.2% 14

“FactSet has a long history of providing exceptional value to our clients. We maintain an optimistic outlook as we further invest in our platform and harness the power of generative AI to accelerate our clients' efficiency and decrease their total cost of ownership.” Phil Snow, CEO 12
Revenue decelerating ◦ 2024-06-21
Q3 GAAP revenues increased 4.3% to USD 552.7 million with organic growth of 4.5%, decelerating from Q2's 6.0% growth 12
Margin expanding 2024-06-21
GAAP operating margin expanded 420 bps and adjusted operating margin expanded 340 bps year over year 12
Guidance cut 2024-06-21
Fiscal 2024 organic ASV plus professional services guidance reduced from $110-150 million to $85-120 million 12

“FactSet is an anchor partner for our clients in all market conditions. We remain optimistic about our growth potential as we continue to invest in our platform and leverage the power of generative AI to help our clients uncover new ideas and lower their total cost of ownership.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 10
Revenue decelerating ◦ 2024-03-21
Q2 GAAP revenues increased 6.0% to USD 545.9 million, with organic revenue growth of 6.0%, decelerating from Q1's 7.4% growth 10
Guidance confirmed 2024-03-21
Fiscal 2024 guidance reaffirmed; company anticipating finishing at lower end of guidance range for ASV growth and GAAP revenues 10
Strategic pivot 2024-03-21
Approximately $11 million restructuring charge taken for personnel reductions, expected to generate $25-$30 million in annualized cost savings 10

“In an environment of continued macroeconomic uncertainty, I remain confident in the health of our business and our strategy, and I am optimistic about our ability to grow our business. We are harnessing the power of generative AI to transform our products while expanding the breadth of data and analytics on our open platform.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 8
Guidance cut 2023-12-19
Fiscal 2024 organic ASV plus professional services guidance reduced to $110-150 million from $130-175 million 8
New market 2023-12-19
Launched FactSet Mercury, an AI-powered large language model-based knowledge agent for junior bankers 8
2023 · 11 events

“During a transformative period where technology is reshaping our industry, FactSet's open platform strategy is resonating with clients seeking new sources of growth as well as increased efficiency. Our unwavering commitment to innovation is putting the full power of our vast repository of connected data and analytical capabilities at our clients' fingertips.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 6
earnings 2023-09-21
Q4 net income fell to USD 65.1 million as the effective tax rate rose to 39.9% from 10.3% in the prior-year quarter, driven by a one-time tax charge of $6.8 million, a $20.0 million provision from an ongoing review of certain tax positions, and expiring foreign tax incentives 6
revenue 2023-09-21
Q4 revenues grew 7.3% to USD 535.8 million, with full-year revenues of USD 2,085.5 million marking the company's 43rd consecutive year of revenue growth 6
Acquisition 2023-09-21
Acquired idaciti, Inc. to accelerate digital transformation of content collection infrastructure 6

“We are pleased with our third-quarter results, which reflect the resiliency of our business in an uncertain environment. As technology rapidly evolves, we remain confident in our ability to innovate and capture market share as we meet the needs of our clients.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 4
Strategic pivot 2023-07-03
Announced reorganization of workflow solutions by firm type effective September 1, 2023, with Analytics & Trading becoming Institutional Buy-Side and Research & Advisory splitting into Dealmakers and Wealth segments 5
Revenue decelerating ◦ 2023-06-22
Q3 revenues grew 8.4% to USD 529.8 million with 8.5% organic growth, as total revenue growth moderated from prior-quarter levels following anniversary of the CGS acquisition 4
Guidance raised 2023-06-22
Fiscal 2023 adjusted operating margin guidance raised 100 basis points to 35%-36%; adjusted diluted EPS guidance raised to $14.75-$15.15 4

“We are pleased with our second-quarter results, reflecting the continued strength of our diverse product portfolio. Our digital platform has allowed us to successfully navigate a challenging operating environment and meet the increased demand for our data and technology. As we enter the second half of the year, we are well-positioned to deliver value to our clients and shareholders.” Phil Snow, Chief Executive Officer 2
Revenue accelerating ◦ 2023-03-23
Q2 GAAP revenues grew 19.5% to USD 515.1 million with 8.9% organic revenue growth; organic ASV plus professional services grew 9.1% to $1.9 billion 2
Margin expanding 2023-03-23
GAAP operating margin expanded 430 basis points to 32.9%, partly reflecting reduced prior-year asset impairment charges and lower employee compensation costs as a percentage of revenue; adjusted operating margin expanded 330 basis points to 37.0% 2
New market 2023-03-23
Selected as primary market data provider for BMO Wealth Management division 2

Revenue accelerating ◦ 2023-01-05
Q1 revenues grew 18.9% to USD 504.8 million with 8.3% organic growth and 11.4% from the CGS acquisition; organic ASV plus professional services grew 8.8% 1
Margin expanding 2023-01-05
GAAP operating margin improved to 34.1% from 28.9%, driven by revenue growth including CGS contribution; adjusted operating income increased 35.5% to USD 193.4 million 1
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FactSet Research Systems Business Model

How FactSet Research Systems (FDS) makes its money, summarised from the filings up to Q4 FY2026, neutral and without forecast. NadirAlpha methodology

FactSet Research Systems is a global provider of integrated financial data, analytics, and workflow solutions, serving investment professionals across buy-side and sell-side institutions, wealth managers, and corporate clients. FactSet Research Systems earns revenue primarily through annual subscriptions to its data and software platforms, with Annual Subscription Value (ASV) as the principal recurring revenue metric. Client retention, ASV growth, and the breadth of data content and analytical tools offered across asset classes and geographies are central to the business model.

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FactSet Research Systems Stock: Share-Price Drivers

The drivers of FactSet Research Systems stock from the company's perspective: demand, prices, costs and capacity as the investor relations reports describe them. NadirAlpha methodology

AI-led platform expansion and workflow integration
FactSet has rolled out a dense cadence of generative-AI and platform products (Intelligent Platform initiative, Data as a Service, Internal Research Notes 2.0, Transcript Assistant, native model context protocol server, AI Doc Ingest for Cobalt) that deepen its role in client workflows and support subscription growth 16 24 26
Generative-AI and Intelligent Platform product suite
Successive launches across quarters: Intelligent Platform, DaaS and IRN 2.0 16; native model context protocol server and Amazon Quick Research integration 24; AI Doc Ingest for Cobalt 26
Acquisitions building out buy-side and sell-side reach
LiquidityBook and Irwin brought onto the platform 28, BondCliQ investment and integration 22, and the LogoIntern acquisition 23
Strategic partnerships and distribution alliances
J.P. Morgan Securities Services partnership 16, Arcesium unified investment management offering 24, Barclays strategic agreement and Kepler Cheuvreux Aftermarket Research availability 26, plus Google Cloud, TIFIN.AI, Finster AI and Valutico partnerships 29
Geographic revenue growth across all regions
APAC, Americas and EMEA all growing, with APAC up 11.0% and Americas and EMEA up 6.7% and 6.6% respectively 30
Revenue and adjusted earnings momentum
Quarterly revenue reached 634.7 million with adjusted operating income of 209.4 million and adjusted EPS of 4.52 130
Capital return via share repurchases
Board authorized a $400 million repurchase program in June 2025 28 and an additional $600 million authorization in December 2025 28 27
GAAP operating margin pressure versus adjusted
GAAP operating income of 156.6 million sits well below adjusted operating income of 209.4 million, reflecting acquisition and integration-related items 130
Leverage from acquisition activity
Net debt moved up through the year, standing at 1,101.6 million at Q3 before easing to 1,136.7 million 129 130

Sector trend: Demand in financial-data and analytics is being shaped by the shift toward AI-assisted research and workflow automation, with FactSet pushing generative-AI tooling and cloud partnerships to defend and grow its subscription base 24 26. Regional revenues are rising across the Americas, EMEA and APAC, indicating broad-based demand rather than a single-market effect 30.

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FactSet Research Systems Revenue by Type (as of 2026-Q4 · USDm · 8/8)

The segments of FactSet Research Systems in the company's own definition, each row with its basis (3, 6 or 12 months), rows in grey are no longer reported separately. NadirAlpha methodology

FactSet Research Systems: revenue by segment, as of 2026-Q4, in USDm. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
SegmentSinceRevenueGrowthSource
Period FY2026 (12M)
APAC2026-Q365.611%30
AmericasFY2021414.36.7%30
EMEAFY2021154.86.6%30
Period 2026-Q1 (3M)
Asia PacificFY202161.97.3%25
Period 2025-Q2
Buy-side–––18
Sell-side–––18
Period 2025-Q1
Buy-side clients–––16
Sell-side clients–––16
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FactSet Research Systems Products & announcements (11/21 active+recent)

21 product announcements of FactSet Research Systems since 2023, grouped by year; active means still mentioned in the most recent reports, nothing is deleted. NadirAlpha methodology

Status: LaunchedPlanned

FactSet Research Systems: product announcements from the filings, 19 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
Product/LineSinceStatusSource
2026
Kepler Cheuvreux Aftermarket Research (AMR) availability on FactSet platform2026-0626
AI-driven financial crime risk management integration with ComplyAdvantage2026-0626
AI Doc Ingest for Cobalt launch2026-0626
Native model context protocol server availability2026-0324
IntelligentCross JumpStart launch within Portware EMS with Jefferies2026-0324
FactSet and TD Wealth strategic relationship for retail client portals in Canada2026-0324
Amazon Quick Research integration2026-0324
2025
Pitch Creator launch2025-0618
Internal Research Notes (IRN) 2.02025-0316
Intelligent Platform initiative2025-0316
Data as a Service (DaaS) solution2025-0316
2024
Investor Day2024-1114
FactSet AI-powered solutions suite2024-0914
Transcript Assistant2024-0612
Portfolio Commentary solution2024-0612
2023
FactSet Mercury2023-128
CUSIP-based entity identifier launch by CGS2023-126
AI Blueprint publication2023-128
Coin Metrics digital assets data integration2023-062
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FactSet Research Systems Transactions & Events (22)

Transactions of FactSet Research Systems since 2023: acquisitions, disposals, agreements and regulation, deliberately including smaller items; purchase prices only when the company names them. NadirAlpha methodology

Acquisitions · 7Partnerships/contracts · 8Divestitures/exits · 1Regulation/legislation · 1older: 4 (in the table)
202420252026

Acquisitions by FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems: Acquisitions, 12 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
Transaction / stakeDateTypeSource
2025
BondCliQ investment and integration2025-12Completed22
LiquidityBook2025Completed28
2024
Irwin2024-11Completed28
Platform Group Limited (Irwin) (2×)2024-10Completed15
Investment in Aidentified, Inc.2024-06Completed12
Strategic investment in Accelex2024-03Completed8
2023
idaciti, Inc. acquisition2023-12Completed6
2022
CUSIP Global Services acquisition2022-03Completed7
CGS Acquisition2022-03Completed15
2021
Cobalt Software acquisition2021-10Completed15
2020
Truvalue Labs acquisition2020-11Completed7
Undated
LogoIntern acquisition–Completed23

Divestitures and exits by FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems: Divestitures / exits, 1 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
Transaction / stakeDateTypeSource
2025
RMS Partners divestiture to BlueMatrix2025-08Divested22

Partnerships and contracts of FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems: Partnerships & contracts, 8 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
Transaction / stakeDateTypeSource
2026
Valutico private capital valuation partnership2026-09Agreement29
TIFIN.AI partnership (2×)2026-09Agreement29
J.P. Morgan portfolio analytics partnership2026-09Agreement29
Google Cloud partnership2026-09Agreement29
Strategic agreement with Barclays2026-06Agreement26
Partnership with Arcesium for unified investment management offering2026-03Agreement24
2025
J.P. Morgan Securities Services partnership2025-03Agreement16
2023
BMO Wealth Management partnership deployment2023-06Agreement2

Regulation and legislation at FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems: Regulation & legislation, 1 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
Transaction / stakeDateTypeSource
2025
One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law on July 4, 20252025-07Regulation28
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FactSet Research Systems Risks (52 since the annual report of 2025-10-22, 131 tracked in total)

NadirAlpha lists 52 active risks of FactSet Research Systems from the filings, the category as a coloured dot with legend, the wording as a short summary of the filing with no assessment of our own. NadirAlpha methodology

Category: FinancialLegalMarketTechnologyMacroRegulatoryCyberSupply chainOperationsGeopoliticsCompetitionoperazionalePeoplestrategie

FactSet Research Systems: risk factors as reported, 52 since the last annual report, 131 tracked. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
RiskCategoryLast reported
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2025-07-03 (2025-Q3), source 21
Two data suppliers each represented more than 10% of total data costs for nine months ended May 31, 2026.2026-Q3
2026-07-01 28
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 8-K-EX99.1 earnings release of 2026-07-01 (2026-Q3), source 29
Company has debt obligations requiring refinancing=
Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties=
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2026-07-01 (2026-Q3), source 28
One cloud provider supplied majority of cloud computing support; back-up facilities and redundancies maintained to minimize disruption risk.=
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2026-04-02 (2026-Q2), source 27
One supplier provided majority of cloud computing support; maintains backup facilities=
Foreign currency translation adjustments recorded; derivative instruments for hedging in place=
Long-term debt of 1,369.2 million; interest expense of 26.4 million for six months=
Fluctuations in foreign exchange rates create volatility in consolidated results; foreign currency translation adjustment loss of $29.5 million in H1 FY2025.=
No single client represented more than 3.5% of six-month revenues=
OECD Pillar Two global minimum 15% corporate tax monitored; determined no material impact currently.=
One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed July 4, 2025 with multiple provisions through fiscal 2027; no material impact as of February 28, 2026.=
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2026-01-05 (2026-Q1), source 25
Material weakness in IT general controls over revenues and receivables processes=
Ongoing remediation of IT general controls through third-party advisory firm and technology solutions=
Multinational company subject to audits and adjustments from taxing authorities in multiple jurisdictions=
One data supplier represents more than 10% of data costs=
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-K annual report of 2025-10-22 (FY2025), source 23
Unauthorized access to confidential data, cyber-attacks on internal systems, failure of security measures=
Complex tax allocation methodologies across U.S. and foreign jurisdictions subject to IRS examination=
Loss of content supplier relationships or disputes over usage could increase costs and reduce product offerings=
Material weakness in IT general controls over revenue and AR processes; remediation expected in fiscal 2026=
Material weakness in IT general controls over revenues, accounts receivable, deferred revenues; remediation ongoing through fiscal 2026=
Class action lawsuit relating to CGS acquisition; litigation results are difficult to predict=
Sales Tax Dispute with Commonwealth of Massachusetts fully resolved November 26, 2024 after assessment notices; total charges and payments $66.2 million=
Multinational operations subject to audits by various taxing authorities; management believes ultimate outcome will not materially affect financial position=
Russia-Ukraine and Middle East conflicts could expand and impact business operations=
Economic uncertainty and downturns reduce demand from investment manager clients=
Downturns in financial markets may delay client spending and reduce future ASV growth=
Service disruptions from system failures, outages or disasters could impair ability to serve clients=
Third parties may claim infringement of intellectual property rights or infringe on FactSet IP=
Global regulatory changes including FDTA, DORA and data privacy laws increase compliance costs=
Failure to comply with applicable laws and regulations could result in claims, fines, reputational damage=
AI technologies may not be successful, present business compliance and reputational risks including unintended biases=
Intense competition may cause price reductions, loss of market share, limit growth and profitability=
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2025-07-03 (2025-Q3), source 21
One cloud services supplier provided majority of computing support2026-Q1
2026-01-05 25
$375.0 million floating rate debt exposed to SOFR fluctuations; 25 basis point change impacts annual interest expense by ~$1 million.2026-Q2
2026-04-02 27
No single client represented more than 3.5% of total revenues.=
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2025-04-04 (2025-Q2), source 19
Material weakness in IT general controls over financial reporting identified; remediation ongoing through fiscal 2026.2026-Q3
2026-07-01 28
2025 Credit Agreement requires total leverage ratio of no greater than 3.75x, with increase to 4.25x available for certain material acquisitions.2026-Q2
2026-04-02 27
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2025-01-08 (2025-Q1), source 17
Material weakness in internal control over financial reporting identified; remediation efforts ongoing with uncertain completion timeline.2026-Q2
2026-04-02 27
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-K annual report of 2024-10-29 (FY2024), source 15
Sales Tax Dispute resolved for approximately $66.2 million; ongoing tax audits in multiple jurisdictionsFY2025
2025-10-22 23
Evolving global data privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and similar regulations create compliance riskFY2025
2025-10-22 23
Open source software use may impose restrictions on commercializing products or require costly relicensingFY2025
2025-10-22 23
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-K annual report of 2023-10-27 (FY2023), source 7
Ongoing legal proceedings and litigation arising in ordinary course of businessFY2025
2025-10-22 23
Foreign currency movements impact results2026-Q3
2026-07-01 29
Non-US operations involve regulatory complexities, rising labor costs, political instability risksFY2025
2025-10-22 23
Strong competition for engineering and sales talent may limit ability to attract and retain key personnelFY2025
2025-10-22 23
Shift from active to passive investing reduces demand for active investment management servicesFY2025
2025-10-22 23
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 8-K-EX99.1 earnings release of 2023-09-21 (2023-Q4), source 6
Hypothetical 10% USD devaluation would decrease operating income by estimated $37 million for nine-month period.2026-Q3
2026-07-01 28
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2023-04-03 (2023-Q2), source 3
Floating rate debt of $395.0 million exposed to SOFR rate changes; 25 bps change would impact annual interest expense by approximately $1 million.2026-Q3
2026-07-01 28
Massachusetts sales tax dispute resolved November 2024 for $66.2 million total.2026-Q2
2026-04-02 27
Various legal proceedings, claims and regulatory matters; management believes ultimate outcome will not have material adverse effect2026-Q1
2026-01-05 25
FactSet Research Systems: first mention in 10-Q quarterly report of 2023-01-05 (2023-Q1), source 1
No single client represented more than 3.5% of total revenues for nine months ended May 31, 2026; large and geographically dispersed client base limits concentration risk.2026-Q3
2026-07-01 28
Total leverage ratio covenant of 3.75x to 1.00x (up to 4.25x for certain acquisitions); company in compliance as of May 31, 2026.2026-Q3
2026-07-01 28
= last mention identical with the first mention (same source)
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FactSet Research Systems Reported KPIs (as disclosed) (423)

Figures FactSet Research Systems discloses itself in addition to the standard financials, such as order intake, recurring revenue or unit counts, as reported and with no calculation of our own. NadirAlpha methodology

Company-specific KPIs verbatim from the filings (English, as disclosed; not normalised). Balance-sheet and boilerplate items filtered.
FactSet Research Systems: reported KPIs as disclosed, 423 entries. Compiled by NadirAlpha from SEC filings.
KPIValue / changeSource
FactSet Research Systems, published 2026-09-30, period FY2026
Organic ASV growth rate7.0%30
Organic ASV$2,568.230
Annual Subscription Value (ASV)$2,565.230
FactSet Research Systems, published 2026-07-01, period 2026-Q3
Total debt 2025 term facility375.0 million28
Total debt 2025 revolving facility20.0 million28
Restricted cash6.3 million28
Operating cash flow617,49228
Investments16.1 million28
Client retention by count9028
Cash and cash equivalents288.1 million28
Capital expenditures87,31928
Annual ASV retention>95%28
Top 50 clients using four or more AI products90%+29
Organic ASV growth rate7.128
Organic ASV2,485.629
ASV retentionabove 95%29
ASV2,484.329
FactSet Research Systems, published 2026-04-02, period 2026-Q2
investment professionalsover 241,00027
clientsmore than 9,00027
Weighted average remaining lease term6.327
Weighted average discount rate (IBR)4.927
User count241,35227
Restricted cash9.1 million27
Outstanding debt under 2025 Term Facility$375.0 million27
Organic ASV growth rate6.727
Organic ASV$2,449.1 million27
Lease ROU assets120.5 million27
Combined current lease liabilities and long-term lease liabilities184.4 million27
Client count9,10127
Cash and cash equivalents268.3 million27
Annual retention (% of clients)9127
Annual Subscription Value (ASV)$2,450.2 million27
Annual ASV retention>9527
2025 Revolving Facility commitment$1.0 billion27
FactSet Research Systems, published 2026-03-31, period 2026-Q2
User count241,35226
Organic ASV growth$152.9 million26
Organic ASV$2,449.1 million26
Client count9,10126
Annual retention (by client percentage)91%26
Annual Subscription Value (ASV)$2,450.2 million26
Annual ASV retention>95%26
FactSet Research Systems, published 2026-01-05, period 2026-Q1
Cloud services concentrationmajority25
Restricted cash9.1 million25
Organic ASV annual growth rate5.9%25
Organic ASV$2,389.6 million25
Operating cash flow121,28425
Cash and cash equivalents275.4 million25
Capital expenditures30.8 million25
Annual retention (% of clients)91%25
Annual ASV retention>95%25
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-12-18, period 2026-Q1
User count239,86324
Organic revenues600.0 million24
Organic revenue growth6.0%24
Organic ASV growth rate5.9%24
Organic ASV2,389.6 million24
Client count9,00324
Annual retention by percentage of clients91%24
Annual ASV retentiongreater than 95%24
ASV2,411.1 million24
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-10-22, period FY2025
Undistributed foreign earnings486.9 million23
Permanently reinvested earnings69.1 million23
User count237,32423
Revenue$2,321.7 million23
Organic ASV annual growth rate5.7%23
Organic ASV$2,370.9 million23
Operating margin32.2%23
Operating income$748.3 million23
Net income$597.0 million23
Diluted EPS$15.5523
Client count8,99623
Annual client retention91%23
Annual ASV retention> 95%23
ASV$2,405.6 million23
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-09-18, period 2025-Q4
User count237,32422
Sell-side organic ASV growth4.3%22
Organic ASV growth5.7%22
Organic ASV2,370.9 million22
Client count8,99622
Buy-side percentage of organic ASV82%22
Buy-side organic ASV growth5.5%22
Annual retention by clients91%22
Annual ASV retention>95%22
ASV2,405.6 million22
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-07-03, period 2025-Q3
Total users220,49621
Total clients8,81121
Organic revenues Q3$577.2 million21
Organic ASV growth rate4.5%21
Organic ASV$2,296.9 million21
Client retention rate91%21
Annual ASV retention rate>95%21
ASV$2,335.1 million21
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-06-23, period 2025-Q3
User count220,49620
Organic ASV$2,296.9 million20
Client count8,81120
Annual retention by clients91%20
Annual Subscription Value$2,335.1 million20
Annual ASV retention>95%20
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-04-04, period 2025-Q2
Restricted cash13.0 million19
Operating cash flow260,32719
Cash and equivalents278.5 million19
Weighted average vesting period stock awards3.219
Weighted average grant date fair value options$ 133.2119
Unrecognized stock-based compensation expense149.219
Total users219,14119
Total segment assets4,241.44219
Total minimum lease payments219.97119
Total debt February 281,472.16219
Total clients8,64519
Total restricted stock awards122,25919
Total AOCL$ (112,753)19
Stock repurchase authorization remaining186.919
Stock options granted203,11419
Sell side organic ASV growth2.219
RSUs granted80,41619
PSUs granted34,47919
Outstanding borrowings revolving facility480.019
Organic ASV annual growth rate4.119
Organic ASV2,276.219
LiquidityBook purchase price243.819
LiquidityBook goodwill162.419
LiquidityBook contingent consideration11.919
Lease ROU assets net118.119
Irwin purchase price120.219
Irwin contingent consideration9.619
Estimated derivative losses AOCL2.519
EMEA Organic ASV growth2.619
EMEA Organic ASV571.419
EMEA ASV571.319
Combined lease liabilities191.019
Buy side Organic ASV growth4.119
Asia Pacific Organic ASV growth6.819
Asia Pacific Organic ASV229.919
Asia Pacific ASV233.719
Annual client retention91%19
Annual ASV retention> 95%19
Americas Organic ASV growth4.419
Americas Organic ASV1,474.919
Americas ASV1,501.119
Accumulated unrealized gains losses cash flow hedges$ (1,752)19
Accumulated foreign currency translation adjustments(111,001)19
ASV2,306.119
2032 Notes outstanding500.019
2027 Notes outstanding500.019
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-03-20, period 2025-Q2
User count219,14118
Organic ASV$2,276.2 million18
Client retention91%18
Client count8,64518
Annual Subscription Value (ASV)$2,306.1 million18
Annual ASV retention>95%18
ASV Growth Rate (Organic)4.1%18
FactSet Research Systems, published 2025-01-08, period 2025-Q1
investment professionals218,00017
clients8,20017
Weighted average vesting period3.417
Weighted average remaining lease term6.717
Weighted average discount rate IBR4.6%17
User count change5.4%17
Total users218,26717
Total unrecognized compensation expense161.617
Total clients8,24917
Sell-side Organic ASV growth3.5%17
Outstanding floating rate debt62.5 million17
Outstanding floating rate debt305.0 million17
Organic ASV growth rate4.5%17
Organic ASV2,258.817
Lease ROU assets net117.517
Investments69.6 million17
Interest rate swap notional amount50.0 million17
Interest rate exposure on floating rate debt net of swap317.5 million17
EMEA Organic ASV growth3.6%17
EMEA Organic ASV572.417
EMEA ASV572.417
Combined lease liabilities192.817
Client count change3.8%17
Cash in EMEA100.5 million17
Cash in Asia Pacific57.9 million17
Cash in Americas130.8 million17
Cash and cash equivalents289.2 million17
Buy-side Organic ASV growth4.3%17
Asia Pacific Organic ASV growth7.0%17
Asia Pacific Organic ASV230.017
Asia Pacific ASV229.017
Annual client retention91%17
Annual ASV retention>95%17
Americas Organic ASV growth4.5%17
Americas Organic ASV1,456.417
Americas ASV1,464.517
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-12-19, period 2025-Q1
User count218,26716
Organic ASV$2,258.8 million16
Client retention percentage91%16
Client count8,24916
Annual Subscription Value$2,265.9 million16
ASV retention rategreater than 95%16
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-10-29, period FY2024
investment professionals216,00015
effective tax rate17.6%15
clients8,20015
Users216,38115
Organic ASV plus Professional Services2,272.815
Organic ASV growth rate4.8%15
Operating margin31.8%15
Operating margin31.8%15
Effective tax rate17.6%15
Clients8,21715
Annual client retentionapproximately 90%15
Annual ASV retentiongreater than 95%15
Adjusted operating margin37.8%15
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-09-19, period 2024-Q4
User count216,38114
Organic ASV plus professional services$2,272.8 million14
Client retention percentage90%14
Client count8,21714
Annual Subscription Value plus professional services$2,276.0 million14
ASV retention>95%14
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-07-03, period 2024-Q3
Weighted average vesting period for unrecognized stock-based compensation2.913
Weighted average remaining lease term7.113
Weighted average discount rate IBR4.613
Users net increase10.813
Unrecognized stock-based compensation expense141.213
Total users20814013
Total clients802913
Sell-side Organic ASV annual growth rate3.713
Organic ASV plus Professional Services annual growth rate5.013
Organic ASV plus Professional Services2220.413
Lease ROU assets net137.213
EMEA Organic ASV growth rate4.413
EMEA ASV565.713
Combined current lease liabilities and long-term lease liabilities213.813
Client count net increase3.313
Cash and cash equivalents453.1 million13
Buy-side percentage of Organic ASV8213
Buy-side Organic ASV annual growth rate5.313
Available for grant under LTIP3.713
Authorized remaining under share repurchase program128.113
Asia Pacific Organic ASV growth rate6.113
Asia Pacific ASV219.213
Annual client retention9013
Annual ASV retention>9513
Americas Organic ASV growth rate5.713
Americas ASV1417.113
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-06-21, period 2024-Q3
User count208,14012
Organic ASV plus professional services growth5.0%12
Operating cash flow quarterly$238.2 million12
Client count8,02912
Annual ASV retention>95%12
ASV plus professional services$2,220.4 million12
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-04-03, period 2024-Q2
Investments68.5 million11
Cash and cash equivalents381.7 million11
Users206,47811
Total clients8,02011
Organic ASV plus Professional Services annual growth rate5.4%11
Organic ASV plus Professional Services2,209.511
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-03-21, period 2024-Q2
User count206,47810
Organic ASV plus professional services growth rate5.4%10
Client count8,02010
Annual Subscription Value (ASV) plus professional services$2,209.5 million10
Annual ASV retention>95%10
ASV from EMEA region$557.2 million10
ASV from Asia Pacific region$215.9 million10
ASV from Americas region$1,415.4 million10
FactSet Research Systems, published 2024-01-05, period 2024-Q1
Sell side organic ASV growth7.6%9
Organic ASV growth7.1%9
Client retention percentage90%9
Cash and cash equivalents411.99
Buy side organic ASV growth7.2%9
Annual ASV retention>95%9
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-12-19, period 2024-Q1
User count207,0838
Organic ASV plus professional services2,185.0 million8
EBITDA219,0028
Client count7,9458
Annual ASV retention>95%8
ASV plus professional services2,184.6 million8
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-10-27, period FY2023
User increase5.67
Unused revolving credit commitments$250.0 million7
Total outstanding debt$1.6 billion7
Sell side organic ASV growth rate9.37
Revenue growth13.17
professional services revenue$22.7 million7
organic revenue growth8.27
organic ASV plus professional services growth rate7.17
organic ASV growth rate EMEA7.77
organic ASV growth rate Asia Pacific8.17
organic ASV growth rate Americas7.07
operating margin30.27
cost of services percentage of revenues46.77
client count increase5.17
centers of excellence percentage677
buy side organic ASV growth rate6.97
buy side ASV percentage827
annual client retention917
Annual ASV retention>957
weighted average vesting period non-vested awards2.97
weighted average remaining lease term7.87
weighted average remaining lease term8.67
weighted average discount rate IBR4.5%7
weighted average discount rate IBR4.4%7
unrecognized compensation expense non-vested awards114.57
undistributed foreign earnings204.07
Total stock-based compensation expense62.07
Total stock-based compensation expense56.07
Total stock-based compensation expense45.17
Total purchase obligations362.27
Total purchase obligations373.97
Total investment professionals using FactSet1899727
Total client count79217
Standby letters of credit0.67
Standby letters of credit0.57
Sell side percentage of organic ASV18%7
Sell side organic ASV growth rate9.3%7
Reductions to ROU assets resulting-1,3767
Reductions to ROU assets resulting-17,5977
Reductions to ROU assets resulting-7007
Pre-tax state NOLs9.97
Pre-tax federal NOLs27.17
Potential tax benefit if FY2023 unrecognized tax benefits realized19.17
Potential tax benefit if FY2022 unrecognized tax benefits realized16.57
Potential tax benefit if FY2021 unrecognized tax benefits realized14.97
Percentage increase in users5.6%7
Percentage increase in clients5.1%7
Outstanding capital commitments0.77
Outstanding capital commitments1.17
Organic ASV plus Professional Services2.2 billion7
Operating cash flow645,5737
Net increase in users99907
Net increase in clients3837
Lease ROU assets obtained in exchange16,9347
Lease ROU assets obtained in exchange9,3487
Lease ROU assets obtained in exchange6,3557
Lease ROU assets net141.87
Lease ROU assets impairment charges14.47
Lease ROU assets impairment charges31.57
ESPP weighted average price348.557
ESPP weighted average price332.307
ESPP weighted average price273.597
ESPP weighted average estimated fair value71.747
ESPP weighted average estimated fair value66.357
ESPP weighted average estimated fair value54.007
ESPP stock based compensation2.77
ESPP stock based compensation2.37
ESPP stock based compensation2.07
ESPP shares reserved for future issuance62,8397
ESPP shares purchased39,8737
ESPP shares purchased36,2447
ESPP shares purchased38,8487
Current and long-term lease liabilities227.27
Company 401k matching contributions16.67
Company 401k matching contributions12.07
Company 401k matching contributions11.67
Cash paid for lease liabilities39,3927
Cash paid for lease liabilities43,0327
Cash paid for lease liabilities42,0767
Buy-side organic ASV share82%7
Buy-side organic ASV growth rate6.9%7
Annual client retention rate91%7
Annual ASV retentiongreater than 95%7
Accrued interest on unrecognized tax benefits1.67
Accrued interest on unrecognized tax benefits1.47
Accrued interest on unrecognized tax benefits1.37
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-09-21, period 2023-Q4
User count189,9726
Research Advisory ASV$922 million6
Organic ASV plus professional services$2,175.1 million6
Content Technology Solutions ASV$545 million6
Client count7,9216
Cash and cash equivalents$425,4446
Annual ASV retentiongreater than 95%6
Analytics Trading ASV$708 million6
ASV plus professional services$2,174.6 million6
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-07-03, period 2023-Q3
Users187,8455
Organic ASV plus Professional Services2,120.2 million5
Clients7,7705
Client ASV retentionapproximately 92%5
Annual ASV retention> 95%5
Adjusted operating margin (nine months)37.1%5
Adjusted operating margin36.0%5
ASV2,120.1 million5
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-06-22, period 2023-Q3
User count187,8454
Organic ASV plus professional services2,120.2 million4
Free Cash Flow192,5844
Client count7,7704
Annual Subscription Value (ASV) plus professional services2,120.1 million4
Annual ASV retentiongreater than 95%4
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-04-03, period 2023-Q2
Number of investment professionals186,0003
Number of clients7,7003
Weighted average remaining lease term8.2 years3
Weighted average discount rate IBR4.4%3
User count increase YoY8.8%3
Total users186,4633
Total clients7,7303
Sell side organic ASV growth15.8%3
Organic ASV plus Professional Services growth9.1%3
Organic ASV plus Professional Services$1,901.7 million3
Organic ASV EMEA$494.3 million3
Organic ASV Asia Pacific$195.6 million3
Organic ASV Americas$1,188.6 million3
Operating cash flow271.3143
Lease ROU assets net$150.2 million3
Free cash flow235.8983
EMEA Organic ASV growth8.1%3
Combined current and long-term lease liabilities$225.2 million3
Client count increase YoY7.8%3
Buy side percentage of Organic ASV83%3
Buy side Organic ASV growth8.1%3
Asia Pacific Organic ASV growth10.8%3
Annual ASV retention percentage95%3
Annual ASV retention by clients92%3
Americas Organic ASV growth9.3%3
ASV EMEA$528.5 million3
ASV Asia Pacific$207.1 million3
ASV Americas$1,315.3 million3
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-03-23, period 2023-Q2
User count186,4632
Organic ASV plus professional services$1,902 million2
Client count7,7302
Annual Subscription Value (ASV) plus professional services$2,074 million2
Annual ASV retention>95%2
FactSet Research Systems, published 2023-01-05, period 2023-Q1
investment professionalsapproximately 181,0001
clientsmore than 7,6001
Total users180,9591
Total clients7,6311
Organic ASV plus Professional Services$1,846.5 million1
Operating margin34.1%1
Lease ROU assets$154.1 million1
Combined lease liabilities$230.9 million1
Client ASV retention92%1
Annual ASV retention>95%1
Adjusted operating margin38.3%1
ASV$2,016.0 million1
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FactSet Research Systems Development

A condensed summary of FactSet Research Systems per reporting period as running text: what changed operationally, which drivers management names, how earnings and cash flow developed. NadirAlpha methodology

FY2026: FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems posted full-year FY2026 revenues of – million, an increase of 6.7%, extending the company's 47 consecutive years of revenue growth 30. Adjusted diluted EPS reached –, marking the 30th consecutive fiscal year of increased adjusted diluted EPS 30. GAAP operating margins contracted in each quarter, driven by higher employee compensation and technology expenses, with a more pronounced decline in Q3 due to elevated CEO compensation costs and restructuring charges 28. Operating cash flow for the fiscal year was 822.2 million, an increase of 13.2%, and AI solutions ASV added during fiscal 2026 more than doubled year over year 30. FactSet raised its organic ASV growth and earnings guidance in Q2 26 and returned $808 million to shareholders over the full fiscal year 30.

FY2025: FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems generated full-year revenues of 2,321.7 million in fiscal 2025, an increase of 5.4% driven by 4.4% organic revenue growth, 0.9% from acquisitions, and 0.1% from currency effects 23. Net income rose 11.2% to 597 million and diluted EPS grew 11.8% to 15.55 23. FactSet Research Systems completed two acquisitions during the year, Irwin (Platform Group Limited) for $120.2 million net and LiquidityBook for $243.2 million net, expanding capabilities in investor relations and cloud-native trading and order management solutions 23. Organic ASV grew 5.7% to $2,370.9 million at fiscal year-end, with client count rising 9.5% to 8,996 and user count growing 9.7% to 237,324 professionals 22 23. In Q3, FactSet appointed Sanoke Viswanathan as Chief Executive Officer effective September 8, 2025, succeeding F. Philip Snow who retired from the role 22.

FY2024: FactSet Research Systems

FactSet Research Systems reported full-year revenues of USD 2,203.1 million in fiscal 2024, a 5.6% increase with organic growth of 5.7%, marking the 44th consecutive year of increased revenues 14. Net income reached USD 537.1 million, up 14.7%, while adjusted diluted EPS of 16.45 increased 12.3%, the 28th consecutive year of EPS increases; adjusted EBITDA grew 9.1% to $847.5 million for the full year 14. Organic ASV plus professional services guidance was reduced twice during the year, with the full-year organic ASV figure finishing at $2,272.8 million, a 4.8% increase, driven primarily by workstations and CGS subscriptions 15. In Q4, FactSet recorded a charge of approximately $54 million related to a Massachusetts sales tax dispute, with the total charge reaching approximately $64 million including prior years, weighing on GAAP operating results 14. The annual filing disclosed a material weakness in IT general controls supporting revenues, accounts receivable, and deferred revenues processes 15.

FY2023: FactSet Research Systems

FactSet delivered full-year revenue of 2,085.5 million in fiscal 2023, a 13.1% increase representing the company's 43rd consecutive year of revenue growth, driven by organic growth and the first full year of CUSIP Global Services (CGS) revenues following the March 2022 acquisition 6. GAAP operating income reached 629.2 million with operating margin expanding to 30.2% from 25.8% in the prior year, as revenue growth and lower asset impairment charges and professional fees more than offset higher amortization of intangible assets and increased interest expense from acquisition debt 7. Net income was 468.2 million and diluted EPS was 12.04, while adjusted diluted EPS of 14.65 extended the company's 27th consecutive fiscal year of adjusted diluted EPS growth 6. Organic ASV plus professional services grew 7.1% to $2.2 billion with annual ASV retention exceeding 95%, and free cash flow of 584.8 million was partially directed toward $375.0 million in voluntary term loan repayments during the year 7. In the fourth quarter, the effective tax rate rose sharply to 39.9% from 10.3% in the prior-year quarter due to a one-time tax charge of $6.8 million and a $20.0 million provision from an ongoing review of certain tax positions together with expiring foreign tax incentives, reducing Q4 net income to 65.1 million 6.

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Glossary

  • Revenue: Revenue from contracts with customers, net of sales deductions, as the company itself reports it; not total output, gross revenue, GMV or order intake.
  • Op. income: The operating line of the income statement; EBIT only as a marked fallback, never pre-tax or ordinary income.
  • Op. income (adj.): Adjusted operating income, verbatim and company-defined (non-GAAP), never derived.
  • EBITDA (adj.): Adjusted EBITDA, verbatim and company-defined (non-GAAP), never derived.
  • Net income: Net income attributable to the shareholders of the parent, after discontinued operations; not the result including minority interests, not comprehensive income.
  • EPS: Diluted earnings per share attributable to the shareholders of the parent; a printed figure always beats a calculated one, calculated values are marked.
  • EPS adj.: Adjusted earnings per share, verbatim and company-defined (non-GAAP).
  • FCF: Free cash flow = operating cash flow minus capital expenditure on property, plant and equipment; the company's own free cash flow figure is shown separately.
  • OCF: Cash flow from operating activities as reported; IFRS companies may show interest paid in financing cash flow, so the figure is not always comparable.
  • Cash: Cash and cash equivalents, without securities unless the company reports them as part of the position.
  • Net Debt: Net debt = financial debt excluding lease liabilities minus cash at the same reporting date; the company's own net position may differ.
  • *: derived, the formula is in the hover
  • ≈: calculated, approximation
  • ~: uncertain; the value stays visible, verdicts do not use it
  • °: repaired by a targeted query against the document, or curated with documentary evidence
  • EBIT: EBIT as a fallback: the income statement carries no operating line
  • basic: basic earnings per share as a fallback when diluted is missing
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Sources: quarterly reports, annual reports and investor relations documents

The evidence base for FactSet Research Systems stock: every document with type and date, every figure in the report leads here by number and to the original by link. NadirAlpha methodology

46 documents · 2016 to 2026 · SEC EDGAR (USA)
Sources for FactSet Research Systems stock: 46 original documents, 2016 to 2026. Compiled by NadirAlpha.
#Document typePublished
#1 / #10110-Q quarterly report2023-01-05
#2 / #1028-K-EX99.1 earnings release2023-03-23
#310-Q quarterly report2023-04-03
#4 / #1048-K-EX99.1 earnings release2023-06-22
#510-Q quarterly report2023-07-03
#68-K-EX99.1 earnings release2023-09-21
#7 / #10710-K annual report2023-10-27
#8 / #1088-K-EX99.1 earnings release2023-12-19
#910-Q quarterly report2024-01-05
#10 / #1108-K-EX99.1 earnings release2024-03-21
#11 / #11110-Q quarterly report2024-04-03
#12 / #1128-K-EX99.1 earnings release2024-06-21
#13 / #11310-Q quarterly report2024-07-03
#14 / #1148-K-EX99.1 earnings release2024-09-19
#15 / #11510-K annual report2024-10-29
#168-K-EX99.1 earnings release2024-12-19
#17 / #11710-Q quarterly report2025-01-08
#188-K-EX99.1 earnings release2025-03-20
#19 / #11910-Q quarterly report2025-04-04
#208-K-EX99.1 earnings release2025-06-23
#21 / #12110-Q quarterly report2025-07-03
#22 / #1228-K-EX99.1 earnings release2025-09-18
#23 / #12310-K annual report2025-10-22
#248-K-EX99.1 earnings release2025-12-18
#25 / #12510-Q quarterly report2026-01-05
#268-K-EX99.1 earnings release2026-03-31
#27 / #12710-Q quarterly report2026-04-02
#28 / #12810-Q quarterly report2026-07-01
#29 / #1298-K-EX99.1 earnings release2026-07-01
#30 / #1308-K-EX99.1 earnings release2026-09-30
Older sources (+16)
Older sources for FactSet Research Systems, 16 documents
#Document typePublished
#21110-Q quarterly report2016-04-11
#21210-K annual report2016-04-11
#21410-K annual report2016-10-31
#21610-K annual report2016-10-31
#21310-Q quarterly report2017-04-10
#21510-Q quarterly report2018-04-09
#20210-K annual report2018-10-30
#20110-Q quarterly report2019-04-09
#20610-K annual report2019-10-30
#20310-Q quarterly report2020-01-09
#20410-Q quarterly report2020-04-09
#20510-Q quarterly report2020-07-09
#21010-K annual report2020-10-29
#20710-Q quarterly report2021-01-06
#20810-Q quarterly report2021-04-05
#20910-Q quarterly report2021-07-02

FactSet Research Systems Stock FAQ

Is there a management forecast (guidance) for FY2027?

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NadirAlpha links all 46 original filings used (SEC filings) in the sources chapter: quarterly report, earnings release, annual report, each with type, publication date and a direct link; every figure in the report carries a source number.

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