GPN Stock Chart & Stats
$1455.00
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$1455.00
$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$1,066.51 - $1,800.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)3.00
Market Cap
$386.47B
Enterprise Value$36.72K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$5.86B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$23.58B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta-0.55
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
60.11Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-2.96
Shares Outstanding273,543,520
10 Day Avg. Volume2
30 Day Avg. Volume3
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.41
Price to Book (P/B)0.81
Price to Sales (P/S)2.41
P/FCF Ratio9.10
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$1,509.48Price Target Upside3.74% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering22
EPS Forecast (FY)240.69
Revenue Forecast (FY)$216.61B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified, Recurring Revenue ModelGlobal Payments earns recurring fees across merchant acquiring, software subscriptions, issuer processing and value-added services. This diversification and recurring mix supports stable cash flows, cross-sell opportunities and resilience to cyclical swings in consumer spend over the next 2–6 months.
High Operating Margins And Margin Expansion PlanReported adjusted operating margin near 40% demonstrates inherent operating leverage in payments and software mix. Management's target of ~150 bps of normalized expansion implies sustainable margin improvement from scale, pricing and mix that should support durable profitability and cash generation.
Strong Cash Generation And Capital ReturnsMaterial free cash flow generation enabled sizable buybacks and ASR activity, reflecting both conversion ability and capital allocation discipline. Persistent positive FCF and explicit return targets underpin shareholder returns and fund deleveraging or reinvestment over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageNet leverage at ~3.5x and debt roughly matching equity reduce financial flexibility for investments or acquisitions. While management targets 3.0x by end‑2027, elevated leverage constrains capacity to absorb shocks or accelerate growth without additional refinancing or slower buybacks.
TTM Profitability Deterioration And Cash VolatilityA TTM net loss and a near‑50% YoY drop in free cash flow indicate volatility in earnings quality and conversion. Such swings weaken balance sheet metrics and increase execution risk for targets like margin expansion and sustained capital returns in the medium term.
Integration And Time‑phased Synergies RiskWorldpay integration shows early wins but material revenue synergies are back‑loaded to 2027–28 and tech/sales 'plumbing' items remain unfinished. Delays or execution missteps could postpone revenue and cost benefits, compressing near‑term cash flow and margin improvement timelines.
Global Payments News
GPN FAQ
What was Global Payments Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Global Payments Inc. lowest stock price was $1066.51 and its highest was $1800.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Global Payments Inc.’s market cap?
Global Payments Inc.’s market cap is $386.47B.
When is Global Payments Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Global Payments Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 8 days.
How were Global Payments Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Global Payments Inc. released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $51.68 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $48.538 by $3.143.
Is Global Payments Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Global Payments Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Global Payments Inc. pay dividends?
Global Payments Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Global Payments Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Global Payments Inc.’s EPS estimate is 60.11.
How many shares outstanding does Global Payments Inc. have?
Global Payments Inc. has 273,543,520 shares outstanding.
What happened to Global Payments Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Global Payments Inc. reported an EPS of $51.68 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $48.538. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Global Payments Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:GPN
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$1,509.48 (3.74% Upside)
$1,509.48 (3.74% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:GPN Sentiment 92%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-1.28%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.17%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
34.94%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Global Payments Inc.
Global Payments Inc. is a prominent provider of payment technology and software solutions, facilitating transactions across various forms including card, electronic, check, and digital payments. Its operations span the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific regions. The company's business is structured into three primary divisions: Merchant Solutions, Issuer Solutions, and Business and Consumer Solutions. The Merchant Solutions segment offers a comprehensive array of services designed to support businesses in managing their payment processing. These services include transaction authorization, settlement, funding, customer support, chargeback resolution, terminal rental and deployment, robust payment security, consolidated billing, and online reporting. Furthermore, this segment delivers specialized enterprise software solutions that help customers in diverse vertical markets streamline their business operations. It also provides various value-added services, such as point-of-sale (POS) systems, analytics and engagement tools, and even payroll and human capital management services. The Issuer Solutions segment empowers financial institutions and retailers by providing them with platforms to efficiently manage their card portfolios. Additionally, it supplies commercial payment and ePayables solutions specifically for businesses and government entities. Through its Business and Consumer Solutions segment, operating notably under the Netspend brand, the company addresses the financial needs of the underbanked, other consumers, and various businesses. This segment's offerings comprise general-purpose reloadable prepaid debit cards, payroll cards, demand deposit accounts, and other related financial services. Global Payments distributes its products and services through a multifaceted sales and marketing approach, leveraging its direct sales force, trade association partnerships, agent and enterprise software provider networks, referral arrangements with value-added resellers, and independent sales organizations. Founded in 1967, Global Payments Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
GPN Company Deck
GPN Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a broadly positive operational and financial picture: revenue and profitability exceeded expectations, free cash flow and capital returns were strong, and early integration of Worldpay plus rapid momentum for the Genius platform and AI initiatives were highlighted as durable growth drivers. Key near‑term headwinds include travel volatility tied to the Middle East conflict, softer IRS tax payment volumes from U.S. tax changes, modest currency effects and the usual integration/technology execution tasks. Management reaffirmed full‑year guidance and emphasized confidence in achieving synergy and capital‑return targets, while noting that the most material revenue synergies are expected in 2027–2028.View all MX:GPN earnings summariesGPN Revenue Breakdown
17.15% Point-of-Sale and Software Solutions
44.22% Integrated and Embedded Solutions
38.63% Core Payments Solutions
GPN Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$1,509.48
▲(3.74% Upside)