FactSet Research Systems's Earnings: A Preview

FactSet Research Systems FDS announces its next round of earnings this Thursday, September 24. Here is Benzinga's look at FactSet Research Systems's Q4 earnings report.

Earnings and Revenue

Analysts covering FactSet Research Systems modeled for quarterly EPS of $2.54 on revenue of $378.32 million. In the same quarter last year, FactSet Research Systems reported EPS of $2.61 on revenue of $364.28 million. Analysts estimate would represent a 2.68% decrease in the company's earnings per share. Here's how the company's reported EPS has stacked up against analyst estimates in the past:

Stock Performance

Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 37.83%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are probably satisfied going into this earnings release.

Don't be surprised to see the stock move on comments made during its conference call. FactSet Research Systems is scheduled to hold the call at 11:00:00 ET and can be accessed here: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/bco2wt88