S&P Global Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results and Announces Strategic Review for Capital IQ
S&P Global reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of $3.678 billion, representing a 7% increase year over year, alongside GAAP diluted earnings per share of $4.45. The company also initiated a strategic review of alternatives, including potential separation, for Capital IQ and associated data businesses. Additionally, management raised full-year 2026 revenue growth guidance to a range of 7.4% to 8.4%.
Key points
- Third-quarter 2026 revenue reached $3.678 billion, up 7% year over year.
- GAAP diluted earnings per share grew 26% year over year to $4.45.
- The company executed $2.6 billion in share repurchases during the third quarter.
- Full-year 2026 revenue growth guidance was updated to 7.4% to 8.4%.
The filing
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