Goldman Sachs Adjusts PT on FactSet Research Systems to $237 From $236, Keeps Sell Rating
Goldman Sachs raised its price target on FactSet Research Systems from $236 to $237, maintaining a 'Sell' rating. The stock closed at $269.95 on 2026-09-30, with a 5-day change of +3.84% and a 1st Jan change of -3.39%. The rating is based on valuation, EPS revisions, and visibility metrics.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The minimal target raise is unlikely to shift market sentiment, and the sell rating may keep the stock under pressure.
Market read
A modest analyst price target adjustment with a sell rating offers limited trading impetus; traders may monitor for larger catalyst.
What to watch
Potential upcoming earnings or product announcements could change the outlook.
Background
Goldman Sachs issued a new research note adjusting FactSet's price target by $1 while keeping its sell recommendation.
Ticker impact
Goldman Sachs raised FactSet's price target to $237 from $236 while maintaining a sell rating.
likely modest pressure as the sell rating outweighs the small target raise
The PT bump is only $1 and the sell stance signals continued downside risk, so traders may see little upside.
Market effects
Minor impact on the data‑analytics sector; analysts may reassess peers.
Limited to US equity markets where FactSet trades.
Low; the change affects only a single mid‑cap stock.
Counterpoint
Some traders may view the slight PT increase as a buying opportunity despite the sell rating.
Key entities
- AnalystGoldman Sachs
Investment bank providing the price target and rating.
- CompanyFactSet Research Systems Inc.
Provider of financial data and analytics platforms.
