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Dec 18, 2025 12:00 PM

AI Amplifies, Doesn't Replace, FactSet's Business, CEO Says

FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE:FDS) reported first-quarter sales of $607.6 million, surpassing analyst expectations of $600.5 million and representing a 6.9% year-over-year (Y/Y) gain.

The company reported quarterly adjusted earnings per share of $4.51, exceeding the street view of $4.37.

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Organic revenues grew 6.0% Y/Y to $600.0 million during the quarter. 

Also Read: Top Wall Street Forecasters Revamp FactSet Research Expectations Ahead Of Q1 Earnings

As of November 30, 2025, the client count was 9,003, a net increase of 7 clients in the past three months, led by corporate and wealth management clients.

Annual Subscription Value (ASV) was $2.41 billion at November 30, 2025, compared with $2.266 billion a year ago.

FactSet said organic ASV increased $6.6 million over the last three months.  

The company reported a quarterly adjusted operating margin of 36.2%, ...