FDS Factset Research Systems PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As of Apr 21, 2025, the Factset Research Systems stock's P/E ratio is 28.96. This results from the current EPS of $14.26 and stock price of $413.03. The PE ratio has decreased by 9% from the past four quarters average of 31.8.
FDS PE ratio history
The PE ratio of Factset Research Systems has averaged 30.99 over the last ten years. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 28.96 is 7% less 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 | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.97 | -15.81% | $422.84 | $14.11 |
| 2023 | 35.6 | -13.91% | $436.41 | $12.26 |
| 2022 | 41.35 | 14.83% | $433.34 | $10.48 |
| 2021 | 36.01 | 1.01% | $380.22 | $10.56 |
| 2020 | 35.65 | 21.18% | $350.4 | $9.83 |
| 2019 | 29.42 | -11.49% | $272.09 | $9.25 |
| 2018 | 33.24 | 38.5% | $229.39 | $6.9 |
| 2017 | 24 | 11.73% | $157.18 | $6.55 |
| 2016 | 21.48 | -21.12% | $178.03 | $8.29 |
| 2015 | 27.23 | 6.45% | $157.92 | $5.8 |
| 2014 | 25.58 | 13.24% | $127.4 | $4.98 |
| 2013 | 22.59 | 3.34% | $102.35 | $4.53 |
| 2012 | 21.86 | -7.49% | $92.27 | $4.22 |
| 2011 | 23.63 | 3.46% | $87.9 | $3.72 |
| 2010 | 22.84 | 27.38% | $73.55 | $3.22 |
Factset Research Systems PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 32.38 | -6.63% | $461.74 | $14.26 |
| Nov 2024 | 34.68 | 15.72% | $490.67 | $14.15 |
| Aug 2024 | 29.97 | -0.07% | $422.84 | $14.11 |
| May 2024 | 29.99 | -16.69% | $404.26 | $13.48 |
| Feb 2024 | 36 | -0.06% | $462.58 | $12.85 |
| Nov 2023 | 36.02 | 1.18% | $453.46 | $12.59 |
| Aug 2023 | 35.6 | 22.76% | $436.41 | $12.26 |
| May 2023 | 29 | -18.01% | $384.89 | $13.27 |
| Feb 2023 | 35.37 | -14.19% | $414.55 | $11.72 |
| Nov 2022 | 41.22 | -0.31% | $461.29 | $11.19 |
| Aug 2022 | 41.35 | 12.98% | $433.34 | $10.48 |
| May 2022 | 36.6 | 0.22% | $381.78 | $10.43 |
| Feb 2022 | 36.52 | -16.14% | $406.09 | $11.12 |
| Nov 2021 | 43.55 | 20.94% | $468.57 | $10.76 |
| Aug 2021 | 36.01 | 9.95% | $380.22 | $10.56 |
FDS average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of FDS is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-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 | 10.23 | $21.86B |
| FDS Factset Research Systems Inc | 29.73 | $16.09B |
| MORN Morningstar Inc | 31.59 | $11.69B |
| NWSA News Corp | 35.86 | $14.85B |
| MCO Moodys Corp | 37.97 | $77.38B |
| MSCI MSCI Inc | 38.22 | $41.81B |
| IHS IHS Holding Ltd | N/A | $1.6B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Factset Research Systems's PE ratio?
FDS's price to earnings ratio is 28.96 as of Apr 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Factset Research Systems (FDS)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for FDS stock is 34.85.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Factset Research Systems (FDS)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for FDS stock is 34.84.
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 7% below 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 (Apr 21, 2025), Factset Research Systems's stock price is $413.03. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Feb 2025 is $14.26. Therefore, Factset Research Systems's price to earnings ratio for today is 28.96. PE RATIO(28.96) = STOCK PRICE($413.03) / TTM EPS($14.26)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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