Global Payments (NYSE:GPN) Stock

Global Payments

Global Payments is a leading provider of payment processing and software solutions and focuses on serving small and midsize merchants. The company operates in 30 countries and generates about one fourth of its revenue from outside North America, primarily in Europe and Asia. In 2019, Global Payments merged with Total System Services in an all-stock deal that gave Total System Services shareholders 48% of the combined company's shares. The merger added issuer processing operations.

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Global Payments Inc

During the last three months, 10 analysts shared their evaluations of Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $92.2, with a high estimate of $135.00 and a low estimate of $77.00. Experiencing a 20.94% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $116.62. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748894425_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Global Payments. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Coad</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vasundhara Govil</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Markgraff</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tien-Tsin Huang</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Philip Gibbs</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Koning</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ramsey El-Assal</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Frisch</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vasundhara Govil</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Global Payments. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Global Payments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Global Payments's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Global Payments's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GPN/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Global Payments analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Global Payments</h2>
Global Payments is a leading provider of payment processing and software solutions and focuses on serving small and midsize merchants. The company operates in 30 countries and generates about one fourth of its revenue from outside North America, primarily in Europe and Asia. In 2019, Global Payments merged with Total System Services in an all-stock deal that gave Total System Services shareholders 48% of the combined company's shares. The merger added issuer processing operations.
<h3>Financial Insights: Global Payments</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Global Payments's revenue growth over a period of 3M has faced challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -0.33%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Global Payments's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.68%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Global Payments's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 1.37%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Global Payments's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.65%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Global Payments's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.76, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Expert Outlook: Global Payments Through The Eyes Of 10 Analysts

Truist Securities analyst Matthew Coad initiates coverage on Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) with a Hold rating and announces Price Target of $79.

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Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) shares are trading higher premarket on Wednesday after the company disclosed a deal to sell its Payroll business, Heartland Payroll Solutions, to Acrisure <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45639398/global-payments-announces-agreement-to-divest-payroll-business" rel="noreferrer noopener">for a total consideration of $1.1 billion</a>.
The sale of its Payroll division marks another move in the company&#8217;s broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on becoming a dedicated provider of commerce solutions tailored to merchants across the spectrum.
The company plans to utilize the post-tax proceeds from the sale to return value to shareholders.
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Global Payments has established a mutual referral arrangement and a long-term commercial partnership with Acrisure as part of the deal.
Through this collaboration, Global Payments will continue to offer fully integrated human capital management and payroll services to its merchant clients as a component of its broader commerce enablement platform.
The transaction is anticipated to close in the latter half of 2025, pending regulatory approvals and the fulfillment of standard closing conditions.
Post completion, Heartland Payroll (which will be rebranded) will significantly enhance Acrisure&#8217;s existing payroll and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45640149/acrisure-acquires-payroll-business-from-global-payments-for-1-1-billion-to-expand-its-fintech-prod" rel="noreferrer noopener">Human Capital Management</a> (HCM) capabilities.
Also, this initiative aligns with the strategic transformation plan shared during its Investor Conference in September 2024.
Cameron Bready, CEO of Global Payments, expressed satisfaction with the advancement of their transformation program. He highlighted the aggressive steps taken to streamline operations and boost shareholder value.
Bready further stated that this transaction refines their strategic focus, enabling increased investment in key markets and solutions where the company holds a competitive edge. He also noted that this move positions the payroll business for enhanced scale and future investment.
This month, the company reported first-quarter revenue of $2.205 billion, narrowly beating the&nbsp;consensus estimate&nbsp;of $2.20 billion and adjusted earnings of $2.82 per share, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45222053/global-payments-reports-solid-q1-earnings-the-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating estimates of $2.72 billion</a>.
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Global Payments CEO Says Payroll Sale Enhances Value, Amplifies Core Investments

Global Payments Announced That It Has Entered Into A Definitive Agreement To Divest Its Payroll Business To Acrisure, A Financial Technology Company Based In Grand Rapids, Michigan For Total Consideration Of $1.1B

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Vasundhara Govil maintains Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $78 to $81.

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Keybanc analyst Alex Markgraff maintains Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $80 to $90.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Global Payments, Raises Price Target to $90

During the last three months, 11 analysts shared their evaluations of Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Global Payments, presenting an average target of $113.09, a high estimate of $163.00, and a low estimate of $77.00. A decline of 17.45% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746622832_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Global Payments by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Tien-Tsin Huang</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Philip Gibbs</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Bauch</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Koning</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ramsey El-Assal</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Adam Frisch</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vasundhara Govil</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashwin Shirvaikar</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ramsey El-Assal</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Faucette</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$163.00</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Kupferberg</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$149.00</td>
<td>$156.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Global Payments. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Global Payments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Global Payments's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Global Payments's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Global Payments</h2>
Global Payments is a leading provider of payment processing and software solutions and focuses on serving small and midsize merchants. The company operates in 30 countries and generates about one fourth of its revenue from outside North America, primarily in Europe and Asia. In 2019, Global Payments merged with Total System Services in an all-stock deal that gave Total System Services shareholders 48% of the combined company's shares. The merger added issuer processing operations.
<h3>Global Payments: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Global Payments displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 3.35%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Global Payments's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 22.55%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Global Payments's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.52%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Global Payments's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.17%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.75.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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What 11 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Global Payments

JP Morgan analyst Tien-Tsin Huang maintains Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $115 to $85.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Global Payments, Lowers Price Target to $85

Wall Street edged lower by midday Tuesday as uncertainty surrounding trade policies lingered, with investors adopting a cautious approach ahead of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/federal-reserve">Wednesday&#8217;s Federal Reserve meeting.</a>
In a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, President Donald Trump suggested the U.S. may soon begin renegotiating the USMCA. He noted that China is eager to negotiate due to its struggling economy, driven by a lack of U.S. trade, but emphasized the talks would take place &#8220;at the right time.&#8221;
Trump kept his trade stance unclear, suggesting that while some agreements may be signed, there is no obligation to finalize any, and dismissed repeated questions about the number of deals in progress.
The S&amp;P 500 dipped 30 points, or 0.6%, to 5,610, on track for its second consecutive negative session after nine straight gains. The Nasdaq 100 dropped 0.8%, while the Russell 2000 slipped 1%.
Ten of the 11 S&amp;P 500 sectors were in the red, with utilities as the only sector in the green. The U.S. dollar fell, extending its losses for a third straight session.
Commodities saw a broad rally, with oil prices surging 3.6%, pushing WTI above $59, following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45224883/oil-soars-above-59-as-middle-east-airstrikes-jolt-markets">Israeli airstrikes in Yemen</a>. Gold also rallied, climbing 2.4% to above $3,400 per ounce amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) reversed Monday's gains, slipping 0.4% to $94,375.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day % chg</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,614.65</td>
<td>-0.6%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>40,905.06</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
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<td>19,796.10</td>
<td>-0.9%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 12:55 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) fell 0.7% to $559.24.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) eased 0.8% to $409.01.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;fell 0.9% to $481.23.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) tumbled 1.1% to $196.68.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Utilities&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) outperformed, up 1.2%; the&nbsp;Health Care&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>) lagged, down 2.4%.</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
Stocks reacting to earnings reports included: 
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<li>Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) up 2.70%</li>
<li>The Clorox Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>) down 2.31%</li>
<li>Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRA#NYSE">CTRA</a>) down 9.95%</li>
<li>Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRTX#NASDAQ">VRTX</a>) down 13.9%</li>
<li>Diamondback Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) down 0.53%</li>
<li>Realty Income Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>) down 0.68%</li>
<li>The Williams Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMB#NYSE">WMB</a>) down 5.19%</li>
<li>Celanese Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CE#NYSE">CE</a>) up 9.14%</li>
<li>Fabrinet (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FN#NYSE">FN</a>) down 7.37%</li>
<li>Lattice Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSCC#NASDAQ">LSCC</a>) down 13.6%</li>
<li>Mattel Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAT#NASDAQ">MAT</a>) up 3.61%</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) down 13.6%</li>
<li>Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUK#NYSE">DUK</a>) up 2.24%</li>
<li>Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) up 10.94%</li>
<li>TransDigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>) down 5.67%</li>
<li>Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAR#NASDAQ">MAR</a>) up 1.26%</li>
<li>Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZTS#NYSE">ZTS</a>) down 3.32%</li>
<li>American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEP#NASDAQ">AEP</a>) up 0.52%</li>
<li>Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) up 0.37%</li>
<li>Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIS#NYSE">FIS</a>) down 2.88%</li>
<li>WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEC#NYSE">WEC</a>) up 0.77%</li>
<li>Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IT#NYSE">IT</a>) up 1.14%</li>
<li>IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IQV#NYSE">IQV</a>) down 1.32%</li>
<li>Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>) up 2.02%</li>
<li>Waters Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAT#NYSE">WAT</a>) down 4.43%</li>
<li>Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDOS#NYSE">LDOS</a>) up 4.11%</li>
<li>Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) down 1.43%</li>
<li>GlobalFoundries Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFS#NASDAQ">GFS</a>) down 3.57%</li>
<li>Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPD#NYSE">EXPD</a>) down 3.67%</li>
<li>Ball Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BALL#NYSE">BALL</a>) up 0.55%</li>
<li>Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/J#NYSE">J</a>) down 5.56%</li>
</ul>
Stocks slated to report earnings after the close include: Assurant Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIZ#NYSE">AIZ</a>), Arista Networks Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>), Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEN#NASDAQ">GEN</a>), Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), International Flavors &amp; Fragrances Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IFF#NYSE">IFF</a>), Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>), Mosaic Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOS#NYSE">MOS</a>), Corpay Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPAY#NYSE">CPAY</a>), Wynn Resorts Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WYNN#NASDAQ">WYNN</a>), Jack Henry &amp; Associates Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JKHY#NASDAQ">JKHY</a>), Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>), Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), Coty Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COTY#NYSE">COTY</a>) and Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>).
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Global Payments Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) reported financial results for the first quarter before the market open on Tuesday. Here&#8217;s a rundown <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45216850/global-payments-reports-first-quarter-2025-results">of the report</a>.
Q1 Earnings: Global Payments reported first-quarter revenue of $2.205 billion, narrowly beating the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GPN/earnings">consensus estimate</a> of $2.20 billion, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. The payment solutions company reported first-quarter adjusted earnings of $2.82 per share, beating estimates of $2.72 billion.
&#8220;We delivered solid financial results this quarter, reflecting the resilience of our business and consistent execution of our strategic priorities, despite incremental economic uncertainty during the period,&#8221; said Cameron Bready, CEO of Global Payments.
&#8220;As importantly, we continue to make meaningful progress on our operational transformation initiatives, which are enhancing our efficiency, streamlining our business, elevating client experiences and positioning us for long-term success.&#8221;
Outlook: Global Payments raised its full-year 2025 revenue guidance from a range of $9.61 billion to $9.70 billion to a new range of $9.61 billion to $10.19 billion. The company also reaffirmed full-year earnings guidance of $12.71 to $12.82 per share. 
Analysts are currently forecasting full-year revenue of $9.27 billion and full-year earnings of $12.15 per share, per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
&#8220;Our&nbsp;outlook&nbsp;reflects the progress we are making on our transformation plan and a macro backdrop consistent with the current environment,&#8221; said Josh Whipple,&nbsp;CFO of Global Payments.
The company&#8217;s board also approved a dividend of 25 cents per share, payable on June 27 to shareholders of record as of June 13. 
GPN Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/gpn">Global Payments shares</a> were down 1.55% at $78.02 at the time of publication Tuesday morning, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Global Payments Reports 'Solid' Q1 Earnings: The Details

Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) affirms FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $12.71-$12.82 to $12.71-$12.82 vs $12.15 analyst estimate. Raises FY2025 sales outlook from $9.61 billion-$9.70 billion to $9.61 billion-$10.19 billion vs $9.27 billion estimate.

Global Payments Affirms FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance of $12.71-$12.82 vs $12.15 Est; Raises FY2025 Sales Guidance from $9.61B-$9.70B to $9.61B-$10.19B vs $9.27B Est

Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.82 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.72 by 3.68 percent. This is a 8.88 percent increase over earnings of $2.59 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.205&nbsp;billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.20 billion by 0.18 percent. This is a 0.96 percent increase over sales of $2.18 billion the same period last year.

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The U.S. stock market staged a stunning one-month rebound, fully erasing the losses triggered by Donald Trump&#8216;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump">April 2 tariff announcements.</a>
From its April low of 4,835 points, the S&amp;P 500—tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)—has surged 17.5%, logging nine consecutive sessions of gains through Friday, the longest winning streak since May 2024.
Still, the rally has been far from uniform across sectors.
The sectoral rebound since April has been powerful, but only a handful of sectors have managed to fully recover to or exceed their April 2 levels, before Trump&#8217;s tariff announcements triggered a broad selloff.
Technology led the charge, surging 25.9% since the April low and now stands 3.8% above its April 2 level, the strongest full recovery among all major sectors.
Industrials and Utilities also climbed 1.8% and 1% above their early-April levels, respectively.
Sectors like Consumer Discretionary , Communication Services, Financials, Consumer Staples, and Real Estate posted strong double-digit rebounds off April lows—ranging from 8.3% to 18.9%— finally reaching April 2 levels without breaching them.
On the other end of the spectrum, Energy remains 13.4% below its April 2 level, making it the worst laggard. Health Care is still down 4% from early April, even after recovering 7.2%. Materials also underperformed, ending the period 1.9% below its pre-tariff announcement level.
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<td>Consumer Staples&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>)</td>
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<td>Consumer Discretionary&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)</td>
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<td>Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>)</td>
<td>18.9%</td>
<td>unchanged</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Health Care&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>)</td>
<td>7.2%</td>
<td>-4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Industrials&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>)</td>
<td>20.4%</td>
<td>up by 1.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Materials&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>)</td>
<td>16.4%</td>
<td>-1.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Real Estate&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>)</td>
<td>17.2%</td>
<td>unchanged</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)</td>
<td>25.9%</td>
<td>up by 3.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>)</td>
<td>12.2%</td>
<td>up by 1%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Top Performing S&amp;P 500 Stocks Since April 2</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Name</td>
<td>Sector</td>
<td>Return</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)</td>
<td>Information Technology</td>
<td>41.22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>)</td>
<td>Communication Services</td>
<td>23.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PWR#NYSE">PWR</a>)</td>
<td>Industrials</td>
<td>23.16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>)</td>
<td>Industrials</td>
<td>20.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>)</td>
<td>Information Technology</td>
<td>18.92</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>)</td>
<td>Information Technology</td>
<td>18.87</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NASDAQ">NOW</a>)</td>
<td>Information Technology</td>
<td>18.80</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Worst Performer Since April 2</h3>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Name</td>
<td>Sector</td>
<td>Return</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>)</td>
<td>Information Technology</td>
<td>-26.66%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Becton, Dickinson and Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDX#NYSE">BDX</a>)</td>
<td>Health Care</td>
<td>-25.89</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>Health Care</td>
<td>-23.76</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APA#NASDAQ">APA</a>)</td>
<td>Energy</td>
<td>-21.40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>)</td>
<td>Financials</td>
<td>-20.95</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Targa Resources Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRGP#NYSE">TRGP</a>)</td>
<td>Energy</td>
<td>-20.79</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRL#NYSE">CRL</a>)</td>
<td>Health Care</td>
<td>-20.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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RBC Capital analyst Nik Modi downgrades Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) from Outperform to Sector Perform.

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RBC Capital Downgrades Global Payments to Sector Perform

Keybanc analyst Philip Gibbs maintains Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $145 to $80.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Global Payments, Lowers Price Target to $80

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<li>Wolfe Research analyst Darrin Peller downgraded the rating for Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) from Outperform to Peer Perform. Global Payments shares closed at $71.39 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/gpn/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Wolfe Research analyst Darrin Peller downgrades Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) from Outperform to Peer Perform.

Wolfe Research Downgrades Global Payments to Peer Perform

Ratings for Global Payments (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) were provided by 9 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $119.89, along with a high estimate of $163.00 and a low estimate of $77.00. A 13.59% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $138.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745269251_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Global Payments. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;-----------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Bauch &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $77.00&#x7C;$105.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Koning &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $100.00&#x7C;$145.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ramsey El-Assal &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$125.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Adam Frisch &#x7C;Evercore ISI Group &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;In-Line &#x7C; $85.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Vasundhara Govil &#x7C;Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods&#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$140.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ashwin Shirvaikar &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$138.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ramsey El-Assal &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $125.00&#x7C;$135.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;James Faucette &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $163.00&#x7C;$166.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jason Kupferberg &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $149.00&#x7C;$156.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Global Payments. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Global Payments compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Global Payments's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Global Payments's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GPN/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Global Payments analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Global Payments</h2>
Global Payments is a leading provider of payment processing and software solutions and focuses on serving small and midsize merchants. The company operates in 30 countries and generates about one fourth of its revenue from outside North America, primarily in Europe and Asia. In 2019, Global Payments merged with Total System Services in an all-stock deal that gave Total System Services shareholders 48% of the combined company's shares. The merger added issuer processing operations.
<h3>Global Payments: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Global Payments displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 3.35%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Global Payments's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 22.55% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Global Payments's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.52%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Global Payments's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.17%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Global Payments's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.75, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Deep Dive Into Global Payments Stock: Analyst Perspectives (9 Ratings)

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