S&P Global Lowers 2026 Revenue Outlook Despite Strong First-Quarter Profit

6 articles · Updated · MarketWatch · Apr 28

S&P Global now expects 2026 revenue growth of 6.3% to 8.3%, down from 6.6% to 8.6%, after reporting Q1 net income of $1.4 billion.
Adjusted earnings reached $4.97 per share, surpassing analyst expectations, while revenue rose 10% to $4.17 billion, driven by growth in ratings, indexes, and market intelligence.
Despite robust first-quarter results, the company cites an incredibly volatile and challenging environment as the reason for tempering its full-year outlook, but maintains its adjusted earnings guidance for 2026.

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