FactSet Research Systems Inc. FDS NYSE

FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS) generated $726.26M in operating cash flow for fiscal year 2025. After capital expenditures of $108.81M, free cash flow was $617.45M.

Free cash flow margin was 26.6% of revenue. Cash conversion ratio was 1.22x, indicating earnings are backed by cash.

The company returned $159.97M in dividends and $300.46M in share buybacks to shareholders during the period.

Criteria supported by this page:

• HEALTH (67/100, Partial) — cash generation is adequate but may not fully cover debt in stressed conditions
• MOAT (70/100, Pass) — $617.45M (26.6% FCF margin) supports a durable competitive advantage
• INCOME (85/100) — Cash conversion ratio was 1.22x confirms earnings are backed by real cash flow

Overall SharesGrow Score: 74/100 with 5/7 criteria passed.