S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) is included among the 15 Best DRIP Stocks to Own Right Now.
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On October 31, Evercore ISI raised its price target on S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) to $629 from $619 while maintaining an Outperform rating on the stock. The analyst noted that the company delivered a strong quarter, offering valuable insights ahead of its upcoming investor day, which is expected to be the key event for those looking for updates on growth targets and margins. Although the latest results were impressive, the firm emphasized that investor attention remains centered on the event scheduled for November 13.
During the third quarter of 2025, S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) reported revenue of $3.89 billion, marking an 8.76% year-over-year increase and exceeding estimates by $63 million. GAAP net income climbed 21% to $1.176 billion, with diluted earnings per share rising 24% to $3.86. On an adjusted basis, net income rose 19% to $1.442 billion, and adjusted diluted earnings per share grew 22% to $4.73.
In addition, the company announced plans to acquire With Intelligence for $1.8 billion earlier in October. The acquisition is expected to further boost growth in its Market Intelligence segment and enhance its private markets solutions across divisions through both strategic expansion and continued innovation.
S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) is known for providing financial intelligence and analytics across global capital, commodity, and automotive markets.
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