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GlobalData
(LSE:DATA)
GlobalData (DATA) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
GlobalData Business Overview & Revenue Model
GlobalData Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 285.50M | 273.10M | 243.20M | 189.30M | 178.40M |
| Gross Profit | 65.50M | 124.30M | 101.00M | 74.20M | 58.60M |
| EBITDA | 86.20M | 88.10M | 80.30M | 54.30M | 51.20M |
| Net Income | 29.60M | 30.80M | 30.50M | 24.90M | 22.60M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 655.80M | 492.30M | 511.60M | 459.60M | 357.20M |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 50.50M | 19.80M | 34.00M | 22.60M | 17.70M |
| Total Debt | 67.50M | 289.40M | 313.60M | 233.60M | 115.70M |
| Total Liabilities | 234.90M | 434.50M | 463.30M | 353.30M | 219.50M |
| Stockholders Equity | 403.80M | 57.80M | 48.30M | 106.30M | 137.70M |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 43.80M | 61.60M | 59.20M | 50.70M | 46.00M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 45.50M | 65.80M | 61.90M | 52.00M | 51.00M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -75.90M | -4.20M | -35.40M | -97.50M | -5.10M |
| Financing Cash Flow | 60.50M | -74.50M | -14.80M | 50.90M | -38.80M |
GlobalData Technical Analysis
GlobalData Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
74 Outperform | £285.81M | 7.82 | 14.26% | 352.02% | -8.18% | 90.18% | |
74 Outperform | £321.73M | 12.78 | 2.82% | 1431.03% | -0.78% | ― | |
73 Outperform | £327.24M | 20.11 | 13.02% | 254.29% | 29.64% | -7.27% | |
73 Outperform | £259.96M | 44.00 | 5.78% | 151.45% | 20.65% | -17.11% | |
67 Neutral | £372.43M | 29.76 | 5.32% | 194.43% | -0.65% | ― | |
65 Neutral | $11.16B | 15.86 | 5.39% | 1.92% | 3.11% | -24.90% | |
65 Neutral | £1.13B | 38.53 | 12.82% | 173.01% | 4.54% | -2.11% |
GlobalData Corporate Events
GlobalData Plc reports a resilient first half of 2025, driven by its Growth Transformation Plan 2024-26, despite challenges from an uncertain macro-economic environment. The company is transitioning to a solutions-based selling approach and strategic account management, which has led to an expansion in contracted forward revenue and a strong pipeline of client relationships. Two acquisitions were completed to enhance their Consumer Innovation Intelligence Solutions. The company plans a tender offer of up to £60 million and is moving towards a Main Market listing expected in Q4 2025, aiming for long-term shareholder returns.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £2.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.
GlobalData Plc has announced the termination of discussions with ICG Europe Fund IX regarding a potential cash offer for the company’s entire share capital. Despite ending these discussions, GlobalData remains optimistic about its future prospects, focusing on its three-year Growth Transformation Plan and targeting annualized revenues of £500 million by the end of 2026. The company remains in an ‘offer period’ until ICG makes a definitive decision regarding the offer.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £2.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.
GlobalData Plc has announced an extension of the deadline for ICG Europe Fund IX GP S.a.r.l. to make a firm offer for the company, following preliminary proposals for a possible cash offer. Discussions with Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. have been terminated due to an inability to agree on terms, leaving ICG as the remaining potential bidder. The extension allows ICG until June 11, 2025, to decide on making an offer, impacting GlobalData’s potential acquisition and market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £2.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.
GlobalData PLC announced a correction regarding a previous announcement about a ‘Transaction in Own Shares’. The announcement was mistakenly issued under GlobalData PLC’s name instead of the correct company, GB Group plc. This correction is crucial for stakeholders to ensure accurate corporate communication and maintain transparency in market operations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £2.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.
GB Group plc has executed a share buyback program, purchasing and subsequently canceling 150,000 of its ordinary shares. This move reduces the total number of shares in circulation to 251,574,528, which could impact shareholder voting rights and potentially enhance shareholder value by increasing earnings per share.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DATA) stock is a Buy with a £2.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on GlobalData stock, see the GB:DATA Stock Forecast page.
GlobalData Plc has announced the suspension of its share buyback programme, following its entry into an offer period under the City Code on Takeover and Mergers. This decision may impact the company’s financial strategies and market positioning, with any future recommencement of the programme to be communicated to the market.
GlobalData PLC announced the repurchase of 382,548 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback program, initiated in February 2025. This move will reduce the total number of shares in circulation to 806,534,103, potentially impacting shareholder voting rights and market perception of the company’s financial health.
GlobalData Plc has confirmed receiving preliminary proposals from ICG Europe Fund IX and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. for a potential cash offer for its entire share capital, with an option for shareholders to opt for an unlisted equity alternative. The discussions are in early stages, and there is no certainty of a firm offer being made, which could significantly impact GlobalData’s market positioning and shareholder interests.
GlobalData Plc has announced the purchase of 646,170 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback programme, which began in February 2025. The repurchased shares will be canceled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 806,916,651, thereby impacting the company’s voting rights and potentially affecting shareholder interests.
GlobalData Plc announced the successful passage of all resolutions at its Annual General Meeting held on April 29, 2025. Key resolutions included the approval of financial statements, the declaration of a final dividend, and the re-election of several directors. The meeting also saw the reappointment of Deloitte LLP as auditors and the authorization for directors to allot shares and make market purchases. These developments reinforce GlobalData’s strategic direction and operational stability, potentially impacting shareholder value and market confidence.
GlobalData PLC has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 700,000 ordinary shares at prices ranging from 137.50 to 139.50 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through Investec Bank plc, will result in the cancellation of the repurchased shares, leaving the company with a total of 807,562,821 shares in issue. The buyback is part of GlobalData’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding, which could impact the company’s market positioning and shareholder voting rights.
GlobalData PLC has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 588,562 of its ordinary shares at prices ranging from 137.50 GBp to 144.00 GBp. This move will reduce the total number of shares in circulation to 808,262,821, potentially increasing shareholder value and consolidating the company’s market position.