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FDS

FactSet Research Systems Inc.

Dividend AristocratS&P 500
FDS|Financial Services|Financial Data & Stock Exchanges|$197.40|P/E 13.1|MCap 7.8B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About FactSet Research Systems Inc.

FactSet Research Systems Inc. is a global financial digital platform and enterprise solutions provider that delivers integrated data and software solutions to the investment community. The company offers comprehensive financial data, portfolio analytics, and analytical applications through its workstation platform, which includes real-time news, company and industry analysis, portfolio optimization, risk measurement tools, and fixed-income securities analysis. FactSet aggregates data from multiple third-party suppliers, news sources, exchanges, and brokerages to provide investment professionals with actionable market intelligence. The platform serves over 239,000 investment professionals worldwide, including portfolio managers, equity researchers, risk managers, wealth managers, and investment bankers across buy-side and sell-side organizations. FactSet also provides specialized solutions such as portfolio management, data delivery, index services, and transition services. The company has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, including cloud-based execution management systems and AI-driven analytical solutions. Headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, and founded in 1978, FactSet competes with major financial data providers including Bloomberg, LSEG (Refinitiv), MSCI, and S&P Global in delivering critical workflow solutions for the global investment community.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.12%

Annual Dividend

$4.40

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

27.61%

FCF Payout Ratio

25.04%

Stock Price

$197.40

52-Week Range

$185.00 $474.79

Dividend Health Score

93/ 100Very Safe

FDS's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 27.6% earnings payout ratio & 25.0% fcf payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, FDS has a proven commitment to shareholders. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 10 of 10 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
27.6%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
25.0%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
28.4%Safe

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
28.8%Very Safe
Operating Margin
32.6%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Very Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
7.4%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

FDS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

FDS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 27, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 19, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

7.54%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

7.45%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

9.76%

3-Year Total Growth

24.36%

5-Year Total Growth

43.23%

10-Year Total Growth

153.80%

Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$19,740.00

Annual Income

$440.00

Quarterly Income

$110.00

Monthly Income

$36.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDS's current dividend yield?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS) currently has a dividend yield of 2.12%, based on a stock price of $197.40 and an annual dividend of $4.40.
When is FDS's next dividend payment date?
FDS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-27 and the next payment date is 2026-03-19. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does FDS pay in dividends per year?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. paid $4.34 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has FDS been increasing its dividend?
Yes, FactSet Research Systems Inc. is a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs). Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 7.45%, a 3-year CAGR of 7.54% and a 10-year CAGR of 9.76%.
Is FDS's dividend safe?
FactSet Research Systems Inc. has a payout ratio of 27.61%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 25.04%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is FDS's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates FactSet Research Systems Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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