FactSet Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-09-18. Here’s a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect FactSet Research Systems to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $4.14.
FactSet Research Systems bulls will hope to hear the company announce they’ve not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
Earnings History Snapshot
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.03, leading to a 0.13% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here’s a look at FactSet Research Systems’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 4.30 | 4.18 | 4.28 | 3.62 |
| EPS Actual | 4.27 | 4.28 | 4.37 | 3.74 |
| Price Change % | 0.00% | 0.00% | -1.00% | -1.00% |
Stock Performance
Shares of FactSet Research Systems were trading at $345.19 as of September 16. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 26.2%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely unhappy going into this earnings release.
Analyst Views on FactSet Research Systems
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on FactSet Research Systems.
Analysts have given FactSet Research Systems a total of 7 ratings, with the consensus …