FDS Factset Research Systems PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Dec 20, 2024, the Factset Research Systems stock's P/E ratio is 34.27. This results from the current EPS of $14.11 and stock price of $483.52. The PE ratio has increased by 3.9% from the past four quarters average of 33.0.
FDS PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Factset Research Systems has averaged 30.81 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 34.27 is 11% more than the historical average. In the past ten years, FDS's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Nov 2021 quarter at 43.55, when the stock price was $468.57 and the EPS was $10.76. The lowest point was recorded in the Nov 2016 quarter, when it reached 18.8 with a price of $160.17 and an EPS of $8.52.
Factset Research Systems PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 38.5% in 2018
Maximum annual decrease: -21.12% in 2016
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.97 | -15.81% |
| 2023 | 35.6 | -13.91% |
| 2022 | 41.35 | 14.83% |
| 2021 | 36.01 | 1.01% |
| 2020 | 35.65 | 21.18% |
| 2019 | 29.42 | -11.49% |
| 2018 | 33.24 | 38.5% |
| 2017 | 24 | 11.73% |
| 2016 | 21.48 | -21.12% |
| 2015 | 27.23 | 6.45% |
FDS average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of FDS is above its 10-year historical average, but it is lower than the 3 and 5-year averages.
FDS PE vs peers
FDS's PE ratio is less than its peer stocks MCO and MSCI, but it is above FOXA's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| FOXA Fox Corp | 12.02 | $22.62B |
| FDS Factset Research Systems Inc | 34.27 | $18.37B |
| MSCI MSCI Inc | 39.61 | $47.4B |
| MCO Moodys Corp | 42.43 | $84.5B |
| MORN Morningstar Inc | 44.66 | $14.59B |
| NWSA News Corp | 44.94 | $15.84B |
| IHS IHS Holding Ltd | N/A | $1.08B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Factset Research Systems's PE ratio?
FDS's price to earnings ratio is 34.27 as of Dec 20, 2024.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Factset Research Systems (FDS)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for FDS stock is 35.24.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Factset Research Systems (FDS)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for FDS stock is 34.6.
What is the highest PE ratio for FDS?
In the last ten years, the Nov 2021 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 43.55.
How does the current PE ratio for FDS compare to its historical average?
FDS's price to earnings ratio is currently 11% above its 10-year historical average.
How is FDS's PE ratio calculated (Factset Research Systems PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Dec 20, 2024), Factset Research Systems's stock price is $483.52. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Aug 2024 is $14.11. Therefore, Factset Research Systems's price to earnings ratio for today is 34.27. PE RATIO(34.27) = STOCK PRICE($483.52) / TTM EPS($14.11)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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