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S&P Global Inc
🇺🇸 SPGI · NYSE/NASDAQ · US78409V1044
Bank
Price at analysis: USD 404.71 Current price: USD 404.88 * updated every night
Scores
Key Metrics
Powered by EODHDP/E (TTM)
24.6
P/E (Price-to-Earnings)Shows how much investors pay for each $1 of profit. We display the TTM P/E (Trailing Twelve Months) which uses actual earnings from the last 4 quarters. This is more reliable than Forward P/E which uses analyst estimates.
Net Debt/EBITDA (TTM)
1.4x
Latest quarter: 5.5x
Net Debt / EBITDAA leverage ratio showing how many years of EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) it would take to repay net debt. EBITDA approximates operating cash generation. Lower ratios (e.g., <3x) are generally safer; higher (e.g., >5x) may indicate more financial risk.
Latest quarter (2026-06-30): 5.5x
The quarterly value can spike when quarterly EBITDA is very low (e.g., one-time charges).
Quick guide: <2x manageable, >4x can be risky (sector-dependent).
ROE
14.3%
ROE (Return on Equity)A profitability measure: how much profit is generated from shareholders’ equity. Higher isn’t always better if it comes from high debt.
EV/EBITDA
15.7x
EV/EBITDAA valuation ratio that compares total business value (including debt) to EBITDA. Lower can mean cheaper, but context matters.
Dividend Summary
Powered by EODHDDividend Yield (Fwd)
0.95% TTM
Dividend YieldThe Forward yield (Fwd) shows the next announced annual dividend / current price — what you'd earn going forward. The Trailing yield (TTM) in the tooltip shows dividends actually paid in the last 12 months. Forward is shown as primary because it reflects the company's current commitment to shareholders.
Trailing Yield (TTM, last 12 months): 0.95%
Payout Ratio (Fwd)
19.7% TTM
Payout RatioDividends as a percentage of earnings. The Forward payout (Fwd) uses the announced dividend divided by actual past earnings (TTM) — it tells you if the company can afford what it promised. Very high payouts can be risky, especially if profits fall.
Announced dividend / actual earnings (TTM)
Dividend History
EODHD Dividends API| Status | Type | Decl. Date | Ex-Div Date | Pay Date | Currency | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 26 Aug 2027 | — | USD | 1.013 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 29 May 2027 | — | USD | 0.9588 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 25 Feb 2027 | — | USD | 0.9588 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 25 Nov 2026 | — | USD | 1.075 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 22 Jun 2026 | 26 Aug 2026 | 10 Sep 2026 | USD | 0.97 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 19 May 2026 | 29 May 2026 | 10 Jun 2026 | USD | 0.9177 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 14 Jan 2026 | 25 Feb 2026 | 11 Mar 2026 | USD | 0.9177 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 16 Sep 2025 | 25 Nov 2025 | 10 Dec 2025 | USD | 0.9082 |
* Extrapolated from past dividend history. Not an official announcement — treat as an estimate, not a confirmed date or amount.
Summary
S&P Global operates as an elite financial data oligopoly boasting an exceptional competitive moat, pristine margins, and a newly announced 6.8% dividend hike. However, its current valuation near 25x earnings and minimal 0.95% yield offer an unattractive entry point for income-focused portfolios. Existing holders should maintain the position to benefit from compounding growth, but it remains a Watch for new capital until valuation multiples compress.
Sector Context
S&P Global operates as an irreplaceable oligopoly in financial data, indices, and credit ratings. While the sector provides essential market infrastructure, its capital-light, buyback-heavy model structurally suppresses the cash dividend yield, creating friction for pure income-focused DGI strategies.
📊 Strategy Analysis
- • Elite competitive moat driven by NRSRO regulatory barriers, supporting exceptional profitability with an EBITDA margin of 51.03%.
- • Consistent capital return profile featuring a solid 5.30% total shareholder yield, heavily supported by 4.35% net buybacks.
- • Unwavering dividend commitment demonstrated by an announced 6.8% upcoming dividend increase for 2026.
- • Strong long-term fundamental growth trajectory, highlighted by a 10.5% revenue CAGR over the past decade and conservative 0.50x debt-to-equity ratio.
⚠ What to Watch
- • Highly unattractive entry valuation for DGI strategies, trading at a 24.65x TTM P/E.
- • Structurally thin 0.95% dividend yield provides minimal immediate income, making it misaligned for cash-flow-dependent portfolios.
- • Ongoing structural and legal overhangs, including CUSIP antitrust class-action litigation and complex EU ESG regulatory compliance requirements.
📊 Historical Trends (10 Years)
Powered by EODHDThese charts show how key metrics have evolved over the past decade, helping you identify if the company is improving or deteriorating.
Debt Evolution (Net Debt / EBITDA)
Lower values are better. A declining trend indicates the company is reducing its debt (deleveraging).
Revenue & Earnings Growth
Consistent growth in revenueRevenue
The money a company brings in from selling its products or services. It’s the top line before costs. (blue) and earningsEarnings (Profit)
What’s left after expenses. Positive earnings mean the business made a profit; negative means a loss. (green) indicates a healthy business. Look for upward trends and recoveries after temporary dips.
Analysis date: 2026-09-19
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Not financial advice.