FDS FactSet Research Systems Inc.

MIXED Impact: 6/10 PRESS-RELEASE
Horizon weeks Filed Mar 31, 2026 Processed 2mo ago Wire GlobeNewswire
Press release: earnings
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FDS ▲ +6.64% at T+20d
NEUTRAL call ✓ call won +6.64% · α vs SPY -2.78% · entry $216.89 → $231.29
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Executive Summary

FactSet reported Q2 fiscal 2026 revenue of $611.0 million, up 7.1% YoY, driven by strong organic growth in ASV (6.7%) and revenue (6.8%), particularly in wealth management and Asia Pacific. Adjusted EPS rose 4.2% to $4.46, while GAAP EPS declined 4.5% due to higher operating expenses and an impairment charge. The company raised full-year guidance for revenue and EPS, citing continued momentum and early AI contributions.

Key Financial Metrics

Revenue
$611.0M
+7.1% YoY
Adj. EPS
$4.46
GAAP: $3.59
Guidance
$2,450M-$2,470M
raised

Actionable Insight

The stock may react positively to raised guidance and strong ASV growth, especially in high-margin segments like Asia Pacific (+10% organic ASV). However, margin compression and GAAP EPS decline could limit upside. Monitor AI integration progress and margin trajectory in coming quarters.

Key Facts

  • Q2 GAAP revenue: $611.0 million (+7.1% YoY)
  • Organic ASV: $2,449.1 million (+6.7% YoY)
  • Q2 GAAP diluted EPS: $3.59 (-4.5% YoY); adjusted EPS: $4.46 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Operating margin declined 220 bps to 30.3% (GAAP), adjusted margin down 230 bps to 35.0%
  • Free cash flow up 23.6% to $185.7 million
  • Raised fiscal 2026 guidance: revenue $2.45B–$2.47B, GAAP EPS $14.85–$15.35
  • Repurchased $163.0 million in shares during the quarter

Financial Impact

Revenue growth solid at 7.1%, but profitability compressed due to higher compensation and tech costs. Adjusted EPS growth positive, though GAAP EPS declined. Raised full-year outlook suggests confidence in sustained demand.

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Risk Factors

  • Continued margin pressure from rising compensation and technology expenses
  • GAAP earnings decline despite revenue growth, signaling cost inefficiencies
  • Reliance on adjusted metrics to show growth may raise sustainability concerns

Market Snapshot

Exchange
NYSE
Sector
Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc.

Documents Analyzed

This report is based on 1 press release from GlobeNewswire.

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PRESS-RELEASE Data (Synthetic)press-3265310
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Apr 8, 2026
9w ago
8-K
NEUTRAL ★ 4/10
$222.73 $219.42▼ −1.49%▼ −10.03%$241.16 (+8.28%)
Mar 31, 2026
10w ago
Press Release
MIXED ★ 6/10
$216.89 $231.29▲ +6.64%▼ −2.78%$241.16 (+11.19%)
Mar 31, 2026
10w ago
8-K
MIXED ★ 6/10
$216.89 $231.29▲ +6.64%▼ −2.78%$241.16 (+11.19%)
Feb 28, 2026
15w ago
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$219.72 $203.93▼ −7.19%▲ +0.75%$241.16 (+9.76%)
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