S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) Factsheet
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S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-07-28. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 10.8%. FCF margin 34.6%. D/E 0.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 10.8% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 34.6% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.5x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 10.8% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 34.6% — Top 10%.
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Profitability: S&P Global Inc. earns 10.8% ROIC, Top 50% in Technology
ROIC TTM 10.8%, sector median 3.7%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 34.4% × asset turnover 0.3x. Gross margin 70.9%. Operating margin 44.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
| Metric | SPGI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 10.8% | Adequate | Above sector median of 3.7% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.4% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 70.9% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 44.4% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: S&P Global Inc. generates $5.6B FCF at 34.6% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $5.6B. FCF margin 34.6%, Top 10%. OCF/Net income 1.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
| Metric | SPGI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 34.6% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.6B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.2x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: S&P Global Inc. at 0.5x leverage, 22.7x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.5x. Total debt $15.2B, cash & investments $4.1B. Interest coverage 22.7x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
| Metric | SPGI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.5x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-11.0B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 22.7x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: S&P Global Inc. trades at 24.0x earnings
P/E 24.0x. EV/Sales 7.9x. FCF yield 4.8%. Dividend yield 1.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
| Metric | SPGI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 24.0x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 7.9x | Adequate | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 4.8% | Good | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 1.0% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: S&P Global Inc. returns 5.5% shareholder yield, reducing shares 3.4% YoY
Total shareholder yield 5.5% (div 1.0% + buyback 4.5%). Share count -3.4% YoY. Capital returned $6.4B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
| Metric | SPGI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.5% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 4.5% | Good | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -3.4% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $6.4B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 10.8% | Top 50% | 2.9x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 34.6% | Top 10% | 3.4x above |
| Gross Margin | 70.9% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| Operating Margin | 44.4% | Top 5% | 10.2x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.4% | Top 50% | 2.9x above |
| P/E Ratio | 24.0x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | SPGI | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 10.8% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 3.7%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 34.6% | Excellent | Top 10% of sector (median: 10.3%) |
| Gross Margin | 70.9% | Excellent | Top 50% of sector (median: 50.5%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 48.2% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 24.0x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 4.8% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is S&P Global Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 10.8%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 9.7% with a improving trend. Sector median 3.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Q: What is S&P Global Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) has a free cash flow margin of 34.6%, generating $5.6 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Q: What is S&P Global Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) trades at a P/E ratio of 24.0x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 7.9x. FCF yield 4.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Q: Does S&P Global Inc. pay a dividend?
S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.0%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 5.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Q: What is S&P Global Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) grew revenue by 9.7% year-over-year. EPS +26.2% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Q: Is S&P Global Inc. buying back stock?
S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) repurchased $5.2 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 4.5%. Share count -3.4% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Q: How does S&P Global Inc. compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) shows: ROIC 10.8%, sector median 3.7% (Top 50%). FCF margin 34.6%, sector median 10.3% (Top 10%). Gross margin 70.9%, 20.4pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Technology companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with S&P Global Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-28.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-07-28. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.