NIQ Global Intelligence posts strong Q3 results and lifts FY26 outlook

NIQ Global Intelligence reported third‑quarter adjusted earnings of $0.30 per share, beating the consensus of $0.23. Revenue was $1.12 billion, up 6.3% year‑over‑year on a reported basis and 5.8% organic constant‑currency. The company raised its full‑year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $1.16‑$1.20 and announced a $150 million share‑repurchase program.

The higher EPS guidance and the share‑repurchase authorization suggest stronger cash generation, which could support the stock price and attract income‑focused investors.

  • 1Adjusted EPS for Q3 was $0.30, beating the analyst consensus of $0.23 by $0.07.
  • 2Revenue for Q3 was $1.12 billion, representing 6.3% growth year‑over‑year on a reported basis.
  • 3Organic constant‑currency revenue grew 5.8% year‑over‑year, led by 11.5% growth in the Americas.
  • 4Adjusted EBITDA was $263.6 million, up 17.8% year‑over‑year on a reported basis, with margin expanding 230 basis points to 23.6%.
  • 5Full‑year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance was raised to a range of $1.16‑$1.20.
  • 6Full‑year 2026 revenue guidance was set at $4.51‑$4.52 billion.

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