Record Earnings and Revenue
Full year adjusted earnings per share totaled $6.07, an increase of 8% year-over-year. Net revenues totaled a record $9.3 billion, up 6% on a pro forma basis for the Black Knight acquisition.
Energy Markets Growth
Global Energy business revenues grew 38% year-over-year, driven by a 31% increase in natural gas and environmental products for the full year.
Interest Rate Business Strength
Interest Rates segment saw record revenues, with a 38% year-over-year growth in the fourth quarter and 30% growth for the year.
Successful Black Knight Integration
Achieved $175 million in run rate expense synergies post-acquisition of Black Knight, raising the synergy target to $230 million by 2025.
Free Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Generated $3.6 billion in free cash flow, returned $1 billion to shareholders through dividends, and reduced leverage to under 3.3 times EBITDA.