Top MarketRank™ StocksTop MarketRank™NYSE:GPN Global Payments (GPN) Stock Price, News & Analysis $109.63 -1.38 (-1.24%) (As of 09/3/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$109.01▼$111.2250-Day Range$92.65▼$111.0152-Week Range$91.60▼$141.77Volume1.26 million shsAverage Volume2.24 million shsMarket Capitalization$27.98 billionP/E Ratio21.75Dividend Yield0.91%Price Target$140.71 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrendsStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrends Get Global Payments alerts: Email Address Global Payments MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.72 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside28.3% Upside$140.71 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy2.44% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthWeakBased on Four FactorsSustainability-0.99Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.91Based on 10 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$166,305 Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth13.28%From $11.07 to $12.54 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.4.99 out of 5 starsBusiness Services Sector1st out of 310 stocksBusiness Services, Not Elsewhere Classified Industry1st out of 92 stocks 4.4 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingGlobal Payments has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.72, and is based on 17 buy ratings, 6 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.Amount of Analyst CoverageGlobal Payments has been the subject of 10 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.Read more about Global Payments' stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted2.44% of the float of Global Payments has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverGlobal Payments has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Global Payments has recently increased by 15.60%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 1.7 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldGlobal Payments has a dividend yield of 0.90%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthGlobal Payments does not have a long track record of dividend growth.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Global Payments is 19.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Global Payments will have a dividend payout ratio of 7.97% next year. This indicates that Global Payments will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.Read more about Global Payments' dividend. Previous Next 2.3 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreGlobal Payments has received a 8.17% net impact score from Upright. Global Payments seems to create the most significant positive value in categories "Taxes", "Jobs", and "Societal infrastructure". The positive contribution in the "Societal infrastructure" impact category is mostly driven by its "Payment platforms", "Card payment software", and "Mobile payment software" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Global Payments is -0.99. Previous Next 2.7 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentGlobal Payments has a news sentiment score of 0.91. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.74 average news sentiment score of Business Services companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 10 news articles for Global Payments this week, compared to 9 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 10 people have searched for GPN on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 9 people have added Global Payments to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 2.5 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Global Payments insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $166,305.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.98% of the stock of Global Payments is held by insiders.Percentage Held by Institutions89.76% of the stock of Global Payments is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.Read more about Global Payments' insider trading history. Previous Next 3.8 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Global Payments are expected to grow by 13.28% in the coming year, from $11.07 to $12.54 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Global Payments is 21.75, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 134.23.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Global Payments is 21.75, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Business Services sector average P/E ratio of about 41.24.Price to Earnings Growth RatioGlobal Payments has a PEG Ratio of 0.71. PEG Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioGlobal Payments has a P/B Ratio of 1.21. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.Read more about Global Payments' valuation and earnings. 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This segment also provides an array of enterprise software solutions that streamline business operations of its customers in various vertical markets; and value-added solutions and services, such as point-of-sale software, analytics and customer engagement, payroll and reporting, and human capital management. The Issuer Solutions segment offers solutions that enable financial institutions and retailers to manage their card portfolios through a platform; and commercial payments, account payables, and electronic payment alternatives solutions for businesses and governments. It markets its products and services through direct sales force, trade associations, agent and enterprise software providers, referral arrangements with value-added resellers, and independent sales organizations. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.Read More GPN Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart GPN Stock News HeadlinesAugust 10, 2024 | insidertrades.comInsider Selling: Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) CAO Sells 1,651 Shares of StockSeptember 2 at 1:49 AM | americanbankingnews.comGlobal Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) Receives Average Rating of "Moderate Buy" from AnalystsSeptember 3, 2024 | Porter & Company (Ad)My grim warning about AI stocksToday, I’m warning of another looming catastrophe. Only this time, it’s not in pot stocks, cryptos, or U.S. housing… it's in artificial intelligence. And unless you know what’s really going on in this sector, you could be wiped out. You see, while there is no doubt that the recent advancements in artificial intelligence are game-changing and will drive colossal innovation in every sector of the economy... There's also no escaping that The Big AI Die-Up is coming.August 28, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comBernstein Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on Global Payments (GPN)August 21, 2024 | marketwatch.comGlobal Payments Inc. stock underperforms Tuesday when compared to competitorsAugust 10, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comInsider Sale: EVP, Chief Accounting Officer David Sheffield Sells Shares of Global Payments Inc ...August 10, 2024 | benzinga.comNavigating 11 Analyst Ratings For Global PaymentsAugust 8, 2024 | msn.comGeron (GERN) Q2 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptSeptember 3, 2024 | Porter & Company (Ad)My grim warning about AI stocksToday, I’m warning of another looming catastrophe. Only this time, it’s not in pot stocks, cryptos, or U.S. housing… it's in artificial intelligence. And unless you know what’s really going on in this sector, you could be wiped out. You see, while there is no doubt that the recent advancements in artificial intelligence are game-changing and will drive colossal innovation in every sector of the economy... There's also no escaping that The Big AI Die-Up is coming.August 7, 2024 | seekingalpha.comGlobal Payments, Inc. (GPN) Q2 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptAugust 7, 2024 | investopedia.comGlobal Payments Stock Pops on Q2 Revenue BeatAugust 7, 2024 | seekingalpha.comGlobal Payments Inc. 2024 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call PresentationAugust 6, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comGlobal Payments Appoints Robert Cortopassi as President and Chief Operating OfficerAugust 3, 2024 | benzinga.comGlobal Payments (NYSE:GPN) Stock Quotes, Forecast and News SummaryJuly 29, 2024 | globenewswire.comCanada Cards and Payments Market Key Opportunities and Risks to 2028, Featuring Payments Canada, Interac, PayBright, Klarna, Moneris and Global PaymentsJuly 23, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comGlobal Payments (GPN): Hold Recommendation Amid Potential Strategic ShiftsJuly 22, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comInvestors in Global Payments (NYSE:GPN) have unfortunately lost 46% over the last three yearsJuly 21, 2024 | investorplace.com3 Tech Stocks That Could Be Multibaggers in the Making: July EditionSee More Headlines Receive GPN Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Global Payments and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Ex-Dividend for 6/28 Dividend6/14/2024Dividend Payable6/28/2024Last Earnings8/07/2024Today9/03/2024Ex-Dividend for 9/27 Dividend9/13/2024Dividend Payable9/27/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)10/29/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorBusiness Services Industry Business services, not elsewhere classified Sub-IndustryData Processing & Outsourced Services Current SymbolNYSE:GPN CUSIP37940X10 CIK1123360 Webwww.globalpaymentsinc.com Phone(770) 829-8000Fax770-829-8267Employees27,000Year Founded1967Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$140.71 High Stock Price Target$186.00 Low Stock Price Target$100.00 Potential Upside/Downside+28.4%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.72 Research Coverage25 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$5.04 Trailing P/E Ratio21.74 Forward P/E Ratio9.90 P/E Growth0.71Net Income$986.23 million Net Margins14.26% Pretax Margin15.77% Return on Equity11.93% Return on Assets5.42% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.68 Current Ratio0.92 Quick Ratio0.92 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$9.90 billion Price / Sales2.83 Cash Flow$16.91 per share Price / Cash Flow6.48 Book Value$90.45 per share Price / Book1.21Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares255,250,000Free Float252,749,000Market Cap$27.97 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.98 Social Links 7 Stocks to Own Before the 2024 ElectionLooking to avoid the hassle of mudslinging, volatility, and uncertainty? You'd need to be out of the market, which isn’t viable. So where should investors put their money? Find out with this report.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Cameron M. Bready C.P.A. (Age 52)President, CEO & Director Comp: $2.56MMr. Joshua J. Whipple (Age 51)Senior EVP & CFO Comp: $1.58MMr. David Lawrence Green Esq. (Age 57)Senior EVP, Chief Administration & Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary Comp: $1.48MMs. Andréa Carter (Age 53)Senior EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer Comp: $1.56MMr. David M. Sheffield (Age 62)Executive VP & Chief Accounting Officer Mr. David RumphExecutive VP and Chief Strategy & Corporate Finance OfficerMs. Shannon Anastasia Johnston (Age 53)Senior EVP & Chief Information Officer Ms. Winnie SmithSenior Vice President of Investor RelationsPhyllis McNeillVice President of Corporate CommunicationsMr. Gaylon M. Jowers Jr.Senior EVP & President of TSYS Issuer SolutionsMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsAutomatic Data ProcessingNASDAQ:ADPFiservNYSE:FIPaychexNASDAQ:PAYXFidelity National Information ServicesNYSE:FISBroadridge Financial SolutionsNYSE:BRView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsBrown Financial AdvisorsBought 11,666 shares on 8/30/2024Ownership: 0.005%Heritage Oak Wealth Advisors LLCBought 3,448 shares on 8/28/2024Ownership: 0.001%Teachers Retirement System of The State of KentuckySold 580 shares on 8/26/2024Ownership: 0.008%Delphi Management Inc. MABought 730 shares on 8/26/2024Ownership: 0.005%Aurora Investment CounselBought 625 shares on 8/22/2024Ownership: 0.004%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy Global Payments Stock? GPN Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Global Payments Inc.: Global Payments Inc. provides payment technology and software solutions for card, check, and digital-based payments in multiple regions, offering a diverse revenue stream. The company has shown consistent growth in annual revenue and net income over recent periods, indicating financial stability and potential for further expansion. Global Payments Inc. has a strong Return on Equity and Return on Assets, demonstrating efficient use of shareholder equity and assets to generate profits. The company's forward Price/Earnings ratio suggests that the stock may be undervalued compared to its future earnings potential, making it an attractive investment opportunity. Global Payments Inc. has a solid dividend yield, providing investors with a source of passive income in addition to potential capital gains. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Global Payments Inc. for these reasons: Global Payments Inc. faces competition in the payment technology industry, which could impact its market share and profitability. The company's stock price has experienced fluctuations, including recent price changes, which may indicate volatility and uncertainty in the market. Global Payments Inc. has a relatively high Beta, suggesting that the stock price may be more volatile compared to the overall market, potentially leading to higher risk for investors. Analyst consensus ratings on Global Payments Inc. may vary, with some analysts recommending caution or sell ratings based on their assessments of the company's performance and outlook. The company's Fifty-Two Week High and Low prices indicate potential price volatility and uncertainty in the stock's performance over the past year. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, August 26, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Global Payments pros and cons to [email protected]. GPN Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have GPN shares performed this year? Global Payments' stock was trading at $127.00 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, GPN stock has decreased by 13.7% and is now trading at $109.63. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. How were Global Payments' earnings last quarter? Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) announced its earnings results on Wednesday, August, 7th. The business services provider reported $2.93 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $2.90 by $0.03. The business's quarterly revenue was up 4.7% compared to the same quarter last year. Read the conference call transcript. When did Global Payments' stock split? Shares of Global Payments split on the morning of Tuesday, November 3rd 2015. The 2-1 split was announced on Wednesday, October 7th 2015. The newly minted shares were issued to shareholders after the market closes on Monday, November 2nd 2015. An investor that had 100 shares of stock prior to the split would have 200 shares after the split. What is Jeffrey S. Sloan's approval rating as Global Payments' CEO? 163 employees have rated Global Payments Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey S. Sloan on Glassdoor.com. Jeffrey S. Sloan has an approval rating of 69% among the company's employees. Does Global Payments have any subsidiaries? Global Payments subsidiaries include these companies: Mineral Tree, CaixaBank, COMERCIA GLOBAL PAYMENTS EP S.L, Zego, Heartland Retail, Total System Services, Sentral Education, and others. Who are Global Payments' major shareholders? Top institutional shareholders of Global Payments include Pzena Investment Management LLC (2.52%), Victory Capital Management Inc. (1.29%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (0.77%) and Bank of New York Mellon Corp (0.66%). Insiders that own company stock include M Troy Woods, David Lawrence Green, Joshua J Whipple, Robert H B Baldwin Jr, Andrea M Carter, David M Sheffield, Kriss Cloninger III and William I Jacobs. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Global Payments? Shares of GPN stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What other stocks do shareholders of Global Payments own? 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