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GPN Stock Chart & Stats
$72.37
-$2.13(-1.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$72.37
-$2.13(-1.90%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$61.16 - $90.64
Previous CloseN/A
Volume336.08K
Average Volume (3M)3.62M
Market Cap
$22.53B
Enterprise Value$36.72K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$5.86B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$23.58B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.26
Next Earnings
Aug 03, 2026EPS Estimate
3.44Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.25%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-2.96
Shares Outstanding273,543,520
10 Day Avg. Volume2,964,011
30 Day Avg. Volume3,621,710
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 Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$85.94Price Target Upside18.75% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering21
EPS Forecast (FY)13.79
Revenue Forecast (FY)$12.42B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Platform & Product MomentumRapid Genius adoption and materially higher yields/attach rates signal durable product-led growth. Platform traction increases recurring SaaS-like revenue, improves lifetime value and cross-sell opportunities across merchant and ISV channels, supporting sustainable top-line expansion over multiple years.
Healthy Operating MarginsHigh adjusted operating margin and an explicit margin-expansion target reflect structural operating leverage in payments and software. Sustained margin strength enhances free cash flow potential, funds reinvestment and returns, and provides a buffer against cyclical revenue pressure over the medium term.
Strong Cash Generation & Capital ReturnConsistent positive free cash flow and explicit high-conversion targets underpin durable capital allocation capacity. Reliable cash generation supports buybacks, debt reduction and targeted investments in product/AI initiatives, improving financial flexibility and shareholder returns over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageMaterial leverage limits strategic flexibility and raises refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity over multiple quarters. Higher net leverage constrains M&A optionality and increases the importance of sustained free cash flow and synergy delivery to meet deleveraging targets without cutting investment or capital returns.
Profitability VolatilityA swing to a TTM net loss and negative net margin indicate earnings vulnerability despite healthy gross margins. Persistent profitability volatility can erode retained capital, increase borrowing reliance during downturns, and make multi-year planning for reinvestment and shareholder returns more challenging.
Integration & Synergy Timing RiskWhile early integration wins exist, delayed realization of material revenue synergies and unfinished technology/sales consolidation create execution risk. If cross‑sell and tech harmonization take longer, projected benefits and margin improvements may be delayed, pressuring multi-year targets and deleveraging plans.
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 $61.16 and its highest was $90.64 in the past 12 months.
What is Global Payments Inc.’s market cap?
Global Payments Inc.’s market cap is $22.53B.
When is Global Payments Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Global Payments Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 03, 2026 which is in 12 days.
How were Global Payments Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Global Payments Inc. released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $2.96 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.78 by $0.18.
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. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.25%. See more information on Global Payments Inc. dividends here
What is Global Payments Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Global Payments Inc.’s EPS estimate is 3.44.
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 $2.96 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.78. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.23%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Global Payments Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GPN
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Global Payments Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$85.94 (18.75% Upside)
$85.94 (18.75% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GPN Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 20.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 88%
Bearish news 13%
Bearish news 13%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
1.85%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.25%
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 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
$85.94
▲(18.75% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.51% Insiders
23.66% Mutual Funds
0.58% Other Institutional Investors
51.95% Public Companies and Individual Investors