FactSet Research Systems Reports 11% Net Income Rise Amid Market Challenges

FactSet Research Systems Inc. reported strong financial results for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2025, with revenues reaching $2.32 billion, a 5.4% increase driven by organic growth and acquisitions. Operating income rose 6.7% to $748.3 million, and net income increased 11.2% to $597 million, supported by higher operating income and gains from divestitures. The company's geographic segments showed growth, with the Americas contributing 65% of revenues, EMEA 25%, and Asia Pacific 10%, all experiencing revenue increases primarily from data solutions and workstations. FactSet's client base expanded by 9.5% to 8,996 clients, with users growing 9.7% to 237,324. Despite positive fundamentals, short interest on FactSet's stock has risen to 6.41% of the float, higher than its peers, which some interpret as increased bearish sentiment but can also signal potential bullish activity. The stock has shown recent gains, rising over 1% in consecutive trading sessions, outperforming competitors amid a generally positive market environment.