NIQ Global Intelligence Plc

NIQ Global Intelligence Plc

NIQ·NYSE

$8.22

-7.7%
TechnologyInformation Technology Services

NIQ Global Intelligence Plc is a consumer intelligence company that provides an AI-powered platform for analyzing shopping data. Its services offer insights into global consumer behavior, supporting strategic and operational decisions for brands, retailers, and other clients. The company operates across three geographical segments: the Americas (North and Latin America), EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa), and APAC (Asia and the western Pacific). NIQ was founded on June 6, 2017, and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

At a Glance

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Market Cap$2.43B
EPS-0.2800
P/E Ratio-29.36
Earnings Date06/03/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal · Driver · Risk

Signal

Medium confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E -29.4).

Valuation inputs: P/E -29.4, earnings yield N/A, momentum -7.7%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE -7.5%, ROIC -0.2%).

Profitability stack: net margin -1.8%, ROE -7.5%, ROIC -0.2%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +82.0%, momentum -7.7%, net margin -1.8%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that NIQ has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $8.22, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for NIQ Global Intelligence Plc.

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $8.22
3Y-77.0%
5Y-77.0%
10Y-77.0%
3Y+51.0%
5Y+51.0%
10Y+51.0%
3Y+19.0%
5Y+19.0%
10Y+19.0%
3Y+386.0%
5Y+386.0%
10Y+386.0%
3Y-110.0%
5Y-110.0%
10Y-110.0%
3Y+76.0%
5Y+76.0%
10Y+76.0%
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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Profit Bridge

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Revenue4.20B
Cost of Goods Sold (2.49B)
Gross Profit1.70B
Operating Expenses (1.46B)
Operating Income246.80M
Interest Expense (329.40M)
Other Income/Expense-456.60M
Pretax Income-209.80M
Income Tax (135.50M)
Net Income-353.30M
Net Income
-353.30M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

40.6%

Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.

Operating Margin

5.9%

Acceptable margins but limited operational leverage. Operating expense control is important.

Net Profit Margin

-8.4%

Net losses indicate the company is burning cash. Sustainability depends on path to profitability.

Profitability Insight

Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.

55.65%
Gross Profit Margin
3Y+11.0%
5Y+11.0%
10Y+11.0%
-0.58%
Operating Profit Margin
-77%
3Y-91.0%
5Y-91.0%
10Y-91.0%
-1.77%
Net Profit Margin
-91%
3Y-83.0%
5Y-83.0%
10Y-83.0%
-7.52%
Return on Equity
-98%
3Y-86.0%
5Y-86.0%
10Y-86.0%
-1.09%
Return on Assets
-91%
3Y-86.0%
5Y-86.0%
10Y-86.0%
-0.16%
Return on Invested Capital
-92%
3Y-97.0%
5Y-97.0%
10Y-97.0%
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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income-353.30M
Depreciation & Amortization632.50M
Stock-Based Compensation0.00
Change in Working Capital-98.30M
Others123.90M
Capital Expenditures-274.80M
Free Cash Flow23.90M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

-6.8%

Negative free cash flow despite positive earnings raises concerns about cash generation ability or heavy capital requirements.

CapEx Intensity

92.0%

Very high capital intensity consumes most operating cash flow. Limited flexibility for dividends or debt reduction.

FCF Growth Trend

+110.6%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$98.30M

Significant working capital drain. Growth may be consuming cash through inventory buildup or receivables extension—monitor closely.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Capital-intensive growth: Heavy reinvestment limits current cash available but may drive future returns. Assess whether CapEx supports compelling growth opportunities with adequate ROI.

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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents362.30M
Net Receivables925.80M
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets44.00M
Total Current Assets2 B
Property, Plant & Equipment386.60M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets4.51B
Long-Term Investments109.50M
Other Non-Current Assets176.80M
Total Non-Current Assets673 M
Total Assets
6.75B

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

1.07x

Acceptable liquidity, but monitor closely. Current assets just barely cover current liabilities.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

4.85x

High financial leverage. Heavy reliance on debt may indicate increased financial risk and potential solvency concerns.

Working Capital

100 M

Positive working capital, but relatively tight. The company should monitor cash flow carefully.

Asset Composition

23% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that NIQ stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 14.40, with estimates ranging from a low of 11.00 to a high of 21.00.

Lowest Target
11.00
33.82%
Consensus Target
14.40
75.18%
Highest Target
21.00
155.47%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 14.40, with estimates ranging from a low of 11.00 to a high of 21.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+75.2%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

69.4% spread

High uncertainty. Very wide target spread indicates significant disagreement among analysts—major valuation uncertainty or transformation underway.

Analyst Conviction

Low

High uncertainty: Wide dispersion indicates analysts struggle to agree on valuation—proceed with caution and independent analysis.

Market Sentiment Insight

High risk, high reward: Substantial upside potential exists, but wide analyst disagreement signals execution risk or unclear catalysts. Thorough due diligence essential before committing capital.

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NIQ Global Intelligence Plc Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $2.24M worth of NIQ shares, with no selling activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

118.6K

1.00M

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+1.0M

+$1.00M

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

9-12 Months

Bought

72.5K

1.24M

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+1.2M

+$1.24M

Top Buyers

1
PJM

Peck James M

Director, Officer: See Remarks

148.1K shares2 transactions

$1.51M

2
MTA

Massey Tracey Ann

Officer: Chief Operating Officer

18.0K shares1 transactions

$305K

3
KM

Kapoor Mohit

Officer: Chief Technology Officer

15.0K shares1 transactions

$251K

4
MCJ

Miller Curtis John

Officer: Chief Strategy Officer

10.0K shares1 transactions

$170K

Top Sellers

No selling activity

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bullish

Strong bullish signal with $2.24M net buying. Insiders are aggressively accumulating shares, suggesting significant confidence in future prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

∞:1

Perfect buy/sell ratio. Only buying activity with zero selling—the most bullish possible insider signal.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$1.00M

Very strong recent buying momentum. Recent insider purchases significantly outpace sales, suggesting near-term optimism.

Insider Participation

High Buying

4 insider buyers vs. 0 sellers. Broad-based buying across management team suggests widespread confidence.

Insider Activity Insight

Strong confluence of bullish signals: High buy/sell ratio, multiple insiders participating, and recent buying momentum all point to significant insider confidence. This level of coordinated buying often precedes positive developments.

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Dividend Yield
-100%
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5Y-
10Y-
 

niq Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%