Is FDS stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, FDS is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: FDS shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of FDS stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for FDS to be between $267.96 and $289.08. The current price is $301.67.

What is the analyst price target for FDS?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for FDS is $280.00. This implies a potential upside of -7.2% from current levels.

Factset Research Systems (FDS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

FDS - Factset Research Systems

SERVICES-COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, DATA PROCESSING, ETC.

$301.67

-0.16 (-0.05%) ▼

5d: +5.05%

30d: +8.18%

90d: +17.94%

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Analysis Updated: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Sep 30, 2026 0d

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📊 MIXED SIGNALS: FDS shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: -72.1%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$19.57

Based on -34.1% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$12.15

Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.1x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: FDS is currently trading at $301.67, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $267.96 to $289.08. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 15.4) compared to its historical average (13.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.5% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, FDS is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $310.00. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: FDS scores 25/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (15th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $267.96 - $289.08

Company Quality Score 42/100 (HOLD)

Options IV Signal 15th percentile (COMPLACENCY WARNING)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 39.2%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 15th percentile)
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($280.00)
BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 5.5% growth with 6.3% revenue growth
WARNING: Composite score 42/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $267.96 - $289.08

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Expected Move (7 Days) ±$18.00 (6.0%)

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $263.07

Resistance Level $310.00

Current Trend Uptrend

Technical data as of Oct 16, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 15.40

Wall Street Target $280.00 (-7.2%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 6.3%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -15.2%

Profit Margin 21.5%

Valuation Premium vs History +5.5% premium

PE vs Historical 15.4 vs 13.1 STRETCHED

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +5.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $318.26 (+6%)

2-Year Target $335.77 (+11%)

3-Year Target $354.23 (+17%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 15→13) PE COMPRESSION $301.23 (0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: -72.1%) $380.56 (+26%)

Base: (SPY PE: 15.4, Growth: -72.1%) $295.19 (-2%)

Bear: (PE: 13.1, Growth: -72.1%) $250.91 (-17%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 20.79 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.52

Bull Case $447.78 (+48%)

Analyst growth 34.9%, PE expands to 22.9

Base Case $407.07 (+35%)

Market implied 34.9%, PE stable at 20.8

Bear Case $205.24 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.7

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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